Rey Mysterio, the WWE United States Champion, recently took some time to discuss his son, Dominik Mysterio's progress in the wrestling world with ESPN's Marc Raimondi.
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Rey Mysterio, the WWE United States Champion, recently took some time to discuss his son, Dominik Mysterio’s progress in the wrestling world with ESPN’s Marc Raimondi. When asked about the mixed reactions Dominik has been receiving as a heel character, Rey’s heartfelt response showcased the unique father-son bond and pride that flows within their family.
“As his father, you can only imagine the feeling of pride that I get every time he grabs a mic and he makes that connection with the fans.”
For Rey, witnessing his son stepping into the WWE spotlight and engaging with fans is a surreal experience. Rey has always been fueled by the cheers and chants of the crowd, while Dominik has found inspiration in the boos and jeers.
“I love the ovation. I love the chants, and he feeds off of the boos. So it’s such a cool thing for me as a father.”
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Rey Mysterio’s journey in the wrestling world has been nothing short of legendary. However, seeing his son, Dominik, now embark on his own path and receiving an unexpected reaction from fans has filled him with a sense of awe.
“I’m not gonna lie, I was the first one that was on him constantly when we wrestled together, telling him that he needed to change or pick up the speed on certain things.”
Rey’s admiration for his son’s growth and evolution as a performer is unmistakable. He mentions how Dominik possesses a hidden talent that was even beyond his father’s initial perceptions, and the world is now witnessing this potential unfold.
“This kid had something in him that I didn’t even see or knew would happen so fast. But we’re all witnessing his growth, which I think is really cool.”
Rey Mysterio’s heartfelt pride in his son Dominik’s unexpected journey in WWE is a testament to the unique bond that unites this legendary wrestling family. As the Mysterios continue to capture the imagination of wrestling fans worldwide, Rey’s unwavering support and Dominik’s remarkable growth promise an exciting future in the world of professional wrestling.
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