10 Fascinating WWE WrestleMania 5 Facts
4. Rick Martel Was Nearly Denied Entry Into The US
One of the more memorable occurrences on the show was the dissolution of Strike Force. Martel was accidentally struck by partner Tito Santana, and a pride-hurt Martel deserted him, leaving Santana to get pounced on by The Brain Busters. The angle was well-executed, and breathed life into Martel, who found his calling as a preening priss soon to be known as "The Model". As it turns out, there was a very real danger of the angle not taking place.
French-Canadian Martel had found it onerous to get back into the States in time for WrestleMania, having to work out visa issues. Fortunately, everything was settled in the nick of time, and the heel turn was able to take place without a hitch.