Nick Wayne became the Nick Wayne youngest ROH World Television Champion on April 17, achieving the milestone at just 19 years old. By capturing this prestigious title at such a young age, Wayne surpassed Adam Cole‘s record, which was set in 2012 when Cole was a few months shy of turning 23.
Wayne Reflects on Achieving the ROH Milestone
Following his historic victory, Nick Wayne appeared on the Undisputed podcast to discuss what it meant to break a record that had stood for over a decade. Wayne expressed the significance of his achievement and spoke candidly about his dedication to professional wrestling.
“I take professional wrestling very seriously. It is a very big deal to me, and I’m hard on myself. I’m a big nitpicker on my work, but I was happy with that match. I got a lot of great feedback from it, too. I felt really good about that one.”
—Nick Wayne, ROH World Television Champion
Surpassing a benchmark set by Adam Cole, who has built a remarkable career, was not lost on Wayne. He recognized the honor of being compared with one of wrestling’s established stars.
“I’m honored to be mentioned in the same conversation as Adam Cole. He’s one of the best wrestlers and he’s had this prestigious career. So that’s truly unreal to me.”
—Nick Wayne, ROH World Television Champion
Family Ties Strengthen Wayne’s Journey in AEW
Beyond his achievements in ROH, Wayne highlighted his unique experience working alongside his mother within AEW storylines. Their genuine bond has added a compelling layer to his journey on television.
“It’s something we never expected, but it is fun to work together. She does such a great job of being herself. Our story is real. There aren’t many mother-son duos in pro wrestling. It’s a crazy experience, and I’m blessed to have my mom there with me.”
—Nick Wayne, ROH World Television Champion
WorkHorsemen Return to AEW After Injury Hiatus
In related wrestling news, The WorkHorsemen, featuring Anthony Henry and J.D. Drake, made a notable return to All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Following time away due to injuries, the team reemerged during a backstage segment on the AEW Summer Blockbuster special, marking their first appearance together since May 2024.
This return came after Big Bill and Bryan Keith scored a Street Fight win over the Gates of Agony and began looking for new opponents, only to be confronted by the returning Henry and Drake.
Upcoming AEW Grand Slam: Mexico Lineup Announced
Fans can look forward to next week’s AEW Grand Slam event in Mexico, which features a compelling roster of matchups:
1. MJF versus Místico
2. CMLL World Women’s Championship: Zeuxis (c) vs. Mercedes Moné
3. Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, Matt Jackson & Nicholas Jackson versus Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, Samoa Joe, Katsuyori, and Powerhouse Hobbs
4. Bandido, Templario, Atlantis Jr., Brody King, Daniel Garcia, and Adam Cole against Hechicero, Kyle Fletcher, Konosuke Takeshita, Josh Alexander, Dax Harwood, and Cash Wheeler
The Significance of Wayne’s Achievement and Wrestling Developments
Nick Wayne’s accomplishment as the Nick Wayne youngest ROH World Television Champion not only sets a new benchmark in Ring of Honor history but also signals the arrival of a new generation of talented wrestlers. With peers like Adam Cole, Claudio Castagnoli, and Swerve Strickland continuing to shape the industry, Wayne’s rapid rise is expected to inspire young athletes everywhere. Meanwhile, returns like the WorkHorsemen and upcoming major events such as AEW Grand Slam in Mexico underscore a vibrant, evolving wrestling landscape with opportunities for emerging stars and storylines featuring both new and established talent.
