Kurt Angle has withdrawn from the upcoming Inside The Ropes live events scheduled for this weekend in London and Glasgow due to a health concern. Both shows have been postponed to February, with the London event set for February 1st and the Glasgow show on February 2nd.
Inside The Ropes shared the update on Thursday via X, including a video message from Angle himself. The promoter stated, “Because of an unfortunate health issue, Kurt Angle won’t be able to travel for his live Inside The Ropes appearances. However, Kurt is determined to perform, so we’ve rescheduled at the same venues for early next year.”
In his message, Angle said, “Hey, this is your Olympic hero Kurt Angle. Unfortunately, because of health reasons, I can’t make it to the Inside The Ropes shows in the UK this weekend. I want to apologize to fans in Glasgow and London. The events will be rescheduled for early February next year, and if you have a valid ticket for this year’s show, it will still be good for the rescheduled date. I’ll see you there. Oh, it’s true. It’s damn true.”
Tickets purchased for the original dates will remain valid for the rescheduled events, though Inside The Ropes has yet to confirm if refunds will be available for those unable to attend the new dates.
At 57 years old, Angle has faced multiple health challenges over recent years. He underwent double knee replacement surgery in 2019 and has publicly discussed ongoing neck and back pain related to his wrestling career. Since retiring from in-ring competition at WrestleMania 35 in 2019, he has remained active through conventions, speaking tours, podcast appearances, and regular participation in Inside The Ropes shows across the UK.
Inside The Ropes organizes live Q&A events featuring wrestling stars throughout the UK and Ireland, with Angle frequently headlining. We send our best wishes to Kurt Angle for a swift and full recovery.
Fan Take: This update underscores the physical toll wrestling takes even years after retirement, reminding fans of the human side behind the sport’s legends. Kurt Angle’s commitment to reschedule rather than cancel highlights his dedication to his supporters and keeps excitement alive for wrestling fans awaiting his insights and stories live.
Source: wrestlingnews.co
