10. Bret Hart Wins The WWE Championship From Ric Flair
In October 1992, fans were reminded that hard work does pay off when Bret Hart defeated Ric Flair to capture the WWE Championship. It was a completely unexpected win, but one that was certainly deserved. After years of busting his butt in outstanding tag team matches and carrying the banner for wrestlers as one of the workhorses of the company, Hart was rewarded with the top prize in the industry. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjrul3NfGto For so long, hulking physiques and over-the-top personalities were the two elements that Vince McMahon looked for in a main event attraction. With the landscape of professional wrestling changing and the federal government breathing down his neck following an indictment for steroid distribution, McMahon turned to the ever-loyal Hart to help carry his company into the next generation. Hart did just that, becoming the face of WWEs New Generation and the biggest star in the company for nearly five years. A traditional wrestler whose morals led to him becoming a hero to millions of fans across the globe, Hart was a figurehead that fans could be proud of. It was that pride that made the Hitman one of the most beloved stars in the history of McMahons promotion.
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