By D. Maan, Jadetimes News
Turning Failure into a Blessing
A professional wrestler shared how he transformed his "failure" in school into a "blessing" as he prepared to headline a major fight night at Wembley. Will Ospreay is set to compete in the All Elite Wrestling (AEW) event in August, representing the US brand as its international champion. The 31 year old, who has dyslexia and ADHD, expressed his pride in representing Essex and his determination to go in "all guns blazing."
The Pressure of Success
"There's always pressure going into the ring with me because I am one of the best wrestlers in the world right now," Ospreay said. More than 80,000 fans gathered at Wembley Stadium to watch pro wrestlers do battle at last year's flagship event. This year, Ospreay will return as its top star a reality he believed was a far cry from his schooling days. "My grades say I failed at school, yet I'm making a living and inspiring people that did not get a chance in professional wrestling."
Inspiring Others with Learning Difficulties
Ospreay emphasized that those with learning difficulties should "never see this as a curse" but as a blessing instead. "I can feel the urge of wanting to give up because I’ve been in those situations before," he added. "But whatever you find that is keeping you up at night...your ambition, passion, and love is something you clearly need to pursue."
A Global Journey in Wrestling
Will Ospreay began his wrestling career in the UK in 2011, later showcasing his talents in Japan and then the US, where he was eventually signed by AEW. Despite his international success, he still considers Essex his true home. "I’ve made my name around the world and I still keep coming home because this place is my heart, my soul, and my family are here," Ospreay said. "I love being in England, and I just want to remain in Essex for the rest of my life."
Rising to Stardom
Last year's fight night featured Ospreay among a stellar line up that included Saraya and MJF. Reflecting on his experience, he said he was just "a visitor" in 2023 but would return this year as the world champion. "This has honestly been such an incredible time. It's been all guns, foot right down on the pedal," he added.
Embracing the Excitement
Ospreay admitted to feeling nervous but said it was more about excitement. "I live in that area of trying to outdo myself every single time, and this is going to be no different in fact, it’s going to be magnified," he said. He thrives on the challenge and is determined to deliver an outstanding performance at this year's event.
