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Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Wrestling – Freestyle – Men’s 125kg – Medal Ceremony – Makuhari Messe Hall A, Chiba, Japan – August 6, 2021. Gold medallist Gable Steveson of the United States poses with his medal. | REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw
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Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Wrestling – Freestyle – Men’s 125kg – Medal Ceremony – Makuhari Messe Hall A, Chiba, Japan – August 6, 2021. Gold medallist Gable Steveson of the United States poses with his medal. | REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw
After winning the gold medal at Tokyo Olympics 2020, Gable Steveson is on top of the world. The wrestler came back from a losing deficit and won the match with just 0.7 seconds remaining on the clock. Moreover, the wrestler is now exploring his options for what he wants to achieve next. Despite having the ability to be a football player, Gable spoke about his interest in movies and pro wrestling. In fact, the first name that comes to our mind is former WWE superstar Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock.
📽️ "I like movies…" 👀
Olympic Gold Medalist @GableSteveson hints at what may be on the table after his championship performance in Tokyo.@RJcliffordMMA @MieshaTate pic.twitter.com/DAd7nwmVsj
— MMA on SiriusXM (@MMAonSiriusXM) August 12, 2021
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The Rock’s legacy
Johnson’s trajectory after shining in pro wrestling was incredible. Starting his career as a football player, he then wanted to make a mark in pro wrestling. The wrestling lineage in his family dated back to his father. Through the Anoa’i wrestling family, Johnson made his debut in 1996.
By shifting various gimmicks, he struggled to make a name for himself in the wrestling community. But he came back stronger.
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MIAMI GARDENS, FL – APRIL 1: Dwayne ”The Rock” Johnson looks on during his match against John Cena during WrestleMania XXVIII at Sun Life Stadium on April 1, 2012 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Ron Elkman/Sports Imagery/Getty Images)
While he came with a stage name of Rocky Maivia, it needed a subtle change to refresh his gimmick. By referring himself to a third person, The Rock is undoubtedly the most charismatic personality ever to set foot in a WWE ring. After his success, the superstar tried his luck in Hollywood as he still enjoys unparalleled success. He is one of the highest grossing superstars in Hollywood.
Significantly, when asked about Gable Steveson’s plans for the future, he had only one reply. To follow in the footsteps of ‘The Great One’.
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Gable Steveson wants to follow the Rock
In a recent interview with ‘MMA on SiriusXM’, Gable spoke about his options, and his love for movies.
“The world is open to me.”
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“I like movies. My main goal was, I like the rock. The rock is one of my favorite actors and stuff. My angle is to hit the movie scene.”
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Tokyo 2020 Olympics – Wrestling – Freestyle – Men’s 125kg – Gold medal match – Makuhari Messe Hall A, Chiba, Japan – August 6, 2021. Gable Steveson of the United States celebrates after winning gold. REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw
The Olympic gold medallist reaffirmed his interest to shine in movies. With the looks he possesses, there are many chances that he might become the next superstar in Hollywood. Likewise, there are many football teams who are open to sign him. The Minnesota Vikings are making efforts to sign Gable up.
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What decision he takes is up to him. But Gable Steveson is the next big thing. With his immense physique and athleticism, the wrestler looks to take the next step for his career.
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