Rey Mysterio Seeks Second Royal Rumble Win to Honor Eddie Guerrero’s Legacy

One Big Thing

WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio announced his intention to win his second Royal Rumble match in honor of his late friend and fellow Hall of Famer Eddie Guerrero during the event’s kickoff show in Indianapolis.

Why It Matters

A potential victory would:

• Mark Mysterio’s second Royal Rumble win since his historic 2006 triumph
• Pay tribute to Eddie Guerrero’s lasting impact on professional wrestling
• Add another milestone to Mysterio’s legendary career

Key Details

• Mysterio has been absent from the Royal Rumble for two years due to injuries
• His 2006 victory set a longevity record, lasting 1 hour and 2 minutes
• The Indianapolis crowd chanted Eddie Guerrero’s name during Mysterio’s announcement

By The Numbers

• Mysterio’s record stood for 12 years until Daniel Bryan’s 1 hour and 16-minute performance in 2018
• This marks Mysterio’s return to the Rumble after a 2-year absence

Notable Quote

“Man, if that energy from Eddie doesn’t fill me up … I don’t know what will. Let’s repeat history tonight!” – Rey Mysterio

What’s Next

The 2024 Royal Rumble match will determine if Mysterio can capture his second victory and honor Guerrero’s memory with another historic performance.

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