I think, as a rookie, what guys need to be judged on most coming in the league is feel. Not skill, not shooting, not stats, not even passing, but that feel for the game, the ability to read situations and make the right play.
Can you do inter-gender matches? Ronda Rousey and our match at Wrestlemania - sure, it can be done. Women don't need a man in their match to steal the show. They just need an equal platform and opportunity, and if the women have it, they will work just as hard, if not harder, than anybody else to steal that show.
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What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that women are capable of performing at the highest level in sports without needing to compete alongside men; they need equal opportunities.
Triple H asserts that women in sports, such as wrestling, can excel and captivate audiences on their own merit. He believes that with equal platforms and opportunities, women demonstrate the same dedication and talent as their male counterparts, challenging the stereotype that they need men to elevate their performances. This highlights the importance of equality in sports and the potential of female athletes when given the necessary support and environment to thrive.
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During a motivational talk at a women's sports conference.
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