Kurt Angle is arguably this generation's Premiere pure wrestler. It's hard to find another person with the skills he has at his disposal.
And yet he lately has been exhibiting some very serious personal issues.
5 Weeks ago, he gets released from the WWE, and states on his Website that he has been battling Pain Killer addiction, and needs time to get healthy again.
4 Weeks ago, his admitting to Addiction and other health issues vanishes from his Site.
3 Weeks ago, he joins TNA.
Now, with all respect to Total Nonstop Action - I'm not sure they have done the right thing in seeking his services - And at the same time, I believe Kurt HIMSELF is going to cause irreparable harm to his health.
Why is Angle doing this? His place in history is already assured. He WILL be remembered as one of the greatest wrestlers ever. But is his Ego causing him to push himself into becoming like those like Freddie Blassie, whose quality of life was severely diminished? Or even worse, is he going to push SO hard he joins the likes of Spicolli, Guerrero and Rude - Who pushed so hard they went long before their time?
I really do wonder at the wrestling fans who are celebrating his move to TNA.
Yes, it's great for TNA. But are they considering the man himself?
