10 Most Patriotic WWE Moments

10. Hogan & Edge Win Tag Team Titles

On 4 July 2002, Edge had the opportunity of a lifetime: teaming up with his childhood hero Hulk Hogan to challenge for the WWE Tag Team Championship. They faced Billy and Chuck in the main event of SmackDown, and rocked the house with a thrilling match. In the final minute, Edge and Hogan delivered a double boot and consecutive leg drops to win the titles.

It wasn’t about defending the American way – it was about what the country represents. Through hard work and determination, an immigrant made his dream come true of not only working with his role model but also emerging victorious. It’s a time-tested story without the xenophobic undertones often found in pro wrestling.