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What if the Wrestling Observer Newsletter simply stopped in 1985?
In this gripping clip from Observe This!, John LaRocca and Garrett Gonzales uncover "The Lost 1985 WON Story." For many fans, Dave Meltzer is a permanent fixture in the industry, but in April 1985, he was ready to walk away forever. Having accepted a position as the Associate Editor for Soccer America magazine, Meltzer believed his days of covering the squared circle were over.
John and Garrett dive into the archives to discuss the issue Dave thought would be his last. They explore the fascinating "Final Top 10" list he curated at the time—a historical snapshot of the industry led by the legendary Ric Flair.
Key highlights in this episode:
The Soccer Connection: How a job at Soccer America almost changed wrestling history.
The 1985 Snapshot: What the landscape of pro wrestling looked like during Dave’s "final" month.
The Top 10 Rankings: Who made the cut in Meltzer’s 1985 farewell list?
Legacy of the WON: How close we came to never having the Observer as we know it today.
If you love deep-dive wrestling history and the stories behind the storytellers, this is a must-watch.
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