Randy Orton Reflects on Vince McMahon's Role in Protecting the RKO Move
Randy Orton credits controversial WWE figure for protecting the RKO early in his career
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Randy Orton credits Vince McMahon for protecting his signature move, the RKO, during his early WWE career. Despite McMahon's controversial departure from the company in 2024, Orton acknowledges the former chairman's influence in maintaining the move's integrity. He also expressed a desire to face Finn Balor before retiring.
- 01Randy Orton attributes the preservation of the RKO to Vince McMahon's intervention.
- 02Orton has received multiple chances from McMahon throughout his career.
- 03He emphasizes the importance of the RKO as a finishing move.
- 04Orton expressed interest in a future match with Finn Balor.
- 05He praised Balor's in-ring skills, calling him an amazing talent.
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Randy Orton recently shared insights into his career, particularly regarding his iconic finishing move, the RKO. In an interview with The Schmo, Orton credited Vince McMahon, the former WWE Chairman, for protecting the integrity of the RKO during his early years in the wrestling industry. Orton highlighted how McMahon intervened when other wrestlers wanted to kick out of the move, ensuring it remained a powerful finishing maneuver. Orton stated, "Vince would pull me aside and say, weβre not gonna do that. Weβre not gonna let that happen," underscoring McMahon's significant role in shaping his career. Additionally, Orton expressed a desire to work with Finn Balor, praising the wrestler's talent and smoothness in the ring. He hopes to have a singles match with Balor before he retires, adding that he has never had a feud with him despite having shared the ring before. Orton's reflections come after his recent loss to Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42, leaving fans curious about his next moves in the wrestling world.
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