Hogan slams Andre Giant from "summary" of 100 Things WWE Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die by Bryan Alvarez,Lance Storm
Hulk Hogan and Andre The Giant had a highly publicized rivalry in the WWE, with the two battling each other in the ring for decades. Hogan famously slammed Andre in the middle of the ring, making it one of the most iconic moments in wrestling history.- During a famous match in 1987, Hulk Hogan slammed the massive Andre the Giant onto the mat and won the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
- At WrestleMania III held at the Pontiac Silverdome, Hogan made history when he delivered an iconic bodyslam that shook the ring (and millions of viewers).
- The bout is now ceremoniously looked back upon as a momentous occasion in wrestling lore and a display of strength unlike any other before it had been seen.
- Hailing from Tampa, Florida, Hogan tried out two previous times prior, though failed to lift the giant― until this historic match.
- Famed for his tremendous size, Andre was thought to be un-slammable by many fans― making this feat extraordinary.
- With awe-inspiring gusto, he managed to prevail over the seemingly omnipotent Andre and attain the esteemed title with much glory.
- Quite literally “Hulking up” with every ounce of power that remained reflected what major courage and spunk truly mean.
- Remarkably overcoming any doubts of defeat, Hogan set a magnificent stage for all future wrestlers to come.
- To the surprise of all attending, Hogan firmly lifted seven hundred and fifty pounds off the ground and elicited an uproar of cheers.
