National Kiss a Wrestler Day

National Kiss a Wrestler Day is celebrated on October 5th in the United States to honor the strong individuals who participate in one of the toughest sports. Wrestling is an ancient sport surrounded by legends and myths. Join the celebration and learn a lot of interesting things!

History

National Kiss a Wrestler Day is likely associated with the American band Kiss, as many people fell in love with their bright stage makeup and hard rock! The band collaborated with World Championship Wrestling and created the image of a new fighter, decorating his face like Gene Simmons. During their performance of “God of Thunder” on WCW Monday Nitro, the band was paid $500,000, though the show received the lowest rating in Nitro’s history. Eventually, the cooperation was terminated.

Historians believe that wrestling has been around since 13 BC, as evidenced by rock paintings in France depicting Egyptian and Babylonian duels. The first organized tournament was held in New York in 1888, and Greco-Roman wrestling was included as a discipline at the Olympic Games, with freestyle wrestling added shortly after.

Interesting facts

• Not only men participate in wrestling; women’s wrestling was included in the Olympic Games in 2004.
• Along with strength, speed, and endurance, a wrestler needs to know how to fall correctly.
• More than two hundred countries hold wrestling competitions.
• The sport is even mentioned in the Bible – the prophet Jacob enters into a bout with an angel.

How to take part

If you’ve long wanted to join a wrestling club, now’s your chance to make that dream come true! Adjust your diet accordingly, as wrestlers strictly adhere to specific diets. Learn more about the sport’s history and how it has developed in different cultures. Keep track of any events related to wrestling and attend them.

When is National Kiss a Wrestler Day in 2024?

National Kiss a Wrestler Day is observed on October 5 each year.

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