10 Things You Didn't Know About WWE In 1993
8. Yokozuna Cut ‘Mania IX’s Headliner Short
It has always amazed this fan that the massive Yokozuna could shift for such a big lad. At times, Yoko moved with the grace of somebody half his size, but it makes sense that carrying all that weight was tough to do the longer a match went on. So, sometimes, Yokozuna just decided to go home early.
That happened during the main event at WrestleMania IX, and Bret Hart wasn't too chuffed. The 'Hitman' was doubly annoyed at Yoko sprinting towards the finish, because it meant some of his best spots were left on the cutting room floor - Hart had a point to prove to Vinnie Mac, but his plan was left in tatters.
It's unclear just how much time was actually shaved, but it was certainly enough to annoy Hart. He wanted to show the boss that sticking the WWF Title back on Hulk Hogan was a major mistake. Yoko, meanwhile, was knackered and fancied hitting the showers.
Bummer.