10 Things WWE Did Better Before RAW

6. Keeping Spots Fresh

Randy Savage Macho King SummerSlam 1990
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One notable challenge that arises with increased exposure is the finite (albeit large) number of spots that can be used in-ring. Watching a major event today, it’s hard to find one spot, twist or plot device that hasn’t been seen in a match before.

There will always be a place for the “classic” spots that drive a good story forward, but more and more we’re also seeing matches that do little besides remind us how mired we are in déjà-vu, and how thirsty WWE fans are for something we’ve never seen.

Back when the schedule was restricted to Superstars squashes, house shows, and the big four PPVs, there just wasn’t the same danger of wearing out spots. Whenever you watched a big reversal or daredevil spot, it felt brand new (or close,) which gave live events that added “whoa” factor.

The proverbial well simply never ran dry.

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