One big thing: AEW star Darby Allin reveals space ambitions
Darby Allin, known for his daredevil antics in AEW, has set his sights on an out-of-this-world goal after conquering Mount Everest: going to space.
The details:
• Allin still plans to climb Mount Everest, a goal delayed by injury.
• He’s undergone extensive training, scaling 20,000-foot mountains in preparation.
• After Everest, Allin expressed interest in space travel, potentially to Mars.
• He views these ambitious goals as a way to defy expectations of living a “bare minimum life.”
Why it matters:
Allin’s aspirations showcase the evolving ambitions of professional wrestlers beyond the ring. His goals align with a growing trend of private space travel, highlighting the increasing accessibility of once-impossible dreams.
By the numbers:
• Mount Everest’s summit: 29,029 feet (8,848 meters)
• Climbing season for Everest: 2 months per year
• First private spacewalk: September 12, 2024, by billionaire Jared Isaacman
What they’re saying:
“I’d like to go to space. That’d be fun. Yeah that’d be really sick,” Allin told Fightful in a recent interview.
The big picture:
Allin’s space ambitions coincide with the rise of private space ventures:
• SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, has conducted private crewed missions.
• Musk has outlined plans for a Mars colony.
• Other billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson are also investing in space tourism.
What’s next:
Allin will likely focus on his Mount Everest climb before seriously pursuing space travel. His journey from the wrestling ring to the highest peak on Earth and potentially to space represents a unique career trajectory in professional wrestling.
What do you think about Darby Allin’s ambitious goals outside of wrestling? Do you believe more wrestlers should pursue such lofty aspirations? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
