39 Best Wrestlers From 39 Different Countries

10. Puerto Rica: Carlos Colon

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Birthplace: Santa Isabel, Puerto Rica

When looking at the greatest Puerto Rican pro wrestler of all time, it’s impossible not to look at Carlos Colon. Simply put, Carlos Colon is Puerto Rican wrestling.

As well as having helped start Capitol Sports Promotions, now known as World Wrestling Council, Colon has numerous World Championships to his name, including 26 runs as the WWC Champ and even a brief stint as the NWA World Heavyweight Champion after defeating Ric Flair.

The influence of Carlos Colon on Puerto Rican wrestling cannot be underestimated, and his legacy is still felt due to his continued work with WWC and for the careers of his sons, Carlito (Carlos Colon Jr.) and Primo/Diego (Eddie Colon).

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