Time: 2024-07-06
Tommaso Ciampa , a former NXT Champion and part of DIY alongside Johnny Gargano , achieved a major milestone in April by competing in his first WrestleMania . Despite joining WWE in 2015 and moving to the main roster in 2022 , Ciampa had never wrestled at ' The Show of Shows ' until the 2024 event . Alongside Gargano , they were part of a ladder match involving 6 teams vying for the Tag Team Championships.
In an interview with Fightful , Ciampa revealed the doubts he had about ever reaching WrestleMania , both before signing with WWE and during his time in NXT . He acknowledged the impact of the pandemic on the wrestling industry and how it forced a shift in perspective . Ciampa expressed gratitude for finally achieving this goal after nine years of hard work and dedication . Despite this milestone , he is still pursuing a different goal - delivering an RKO to Randy Orton , with his third attempt featuring a disguise to catch The Apex Predator off guard.
During Ciampa 's time in NXT , the brand experienced a period of immense popularity from 2018 to 2019 , featuring a star - studded roster including the likes of Adam Cole , Ricochet , Malakai Black , Keith Lee , and more . Fans reminisce about the buzz and excitement surrounding NXT during that time , although many believe it may be challenging to recreate that same level of fervor . Ciampa reflected on the doubts he faced before his WWE journey and how NXT 's success led him to focus solely on building the brand . Despite the uncertainties , he embraced the opportunities that arose due to the changing landscape of the industry.
Looking ahead , Ciampa aims to continue making an impact in WWE , whether as a Tag Team Champion with Gargano or by achieving his elusive goal of hitting Orton with an RKO . As fans eagerly anticipate Ciampa 's future endeavors , his journey from NXT to WrestleMania serves as a testament to his perseverance and dedication to achieving his dreams in the world of professional wrestling.
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