Alex Hammerstone Calls on Toxic Fans to Reconsider Their Impact on Wrestler Performance

Alex Hammerstone has been in the wrestling industry for many years and takes pride in his accomplishments. However, he isn’t shy about calling out those who disrespect wrestlers in general.

Hammerstone took to Twitter to share his thoughts, emphasizing that, regardless of his achievements in wrestling, there will always be fans who attempt to belittle them.

He highlighted that being associated with organizations like TNA, NXT, MLW, NWA, AAA, CMLL, Rev Pro, or Noah places you in the top 1% of wrestlers. This is significant given the thousands of wrestlers in any given state who would seize those opportunities without hesitation.

“Regardless of your achievements in wrestling, there will always be individuals trying to undermine them. Whether it’s for TNA, NXT, NLW, NWA, AAA, CMLL, or even promotions like Rev Pro or Noah, wrestlers in my state are willing to fight tooth and nail for those chances.”

The MLW star mentioned that even reaching the main event of WrestleMania doesn’t safeguard against criticism; detractors will still dismiss it.

Hammerstone pointed out that many aspiring wrestlers never even take the first step, and a significant number who do often give up before making progress. Most of those who begin wrestling don’t break out from their local scenes.

“Even when you reach the main event of WrestleMania, people start doubting you. The sad reality is that most who aspire to be professional wrestlers don’t even try, and many who do quit before they gain any recognition. Most who start out rarely leave their hometown scene.”

This is why Hammerstone encourages wrestlers not to downplay their achievements online. No matter if you’re wrestling out of state, affiliated with a major promotion, or appearing on television, even if you lose quickly, you’re still among the elite 1%.

While he suggests striving for more, he warns against letting online critics, who often lack real experience, undermine your accomplishments.

“So don’t let negativity on the internet spoil your accomplishments. If you’re wrestling out of state, making it with bigger promotions, or competing on TV—even if it’s a brief match—you’re still part of the top 1%.

I’m not saying you should settle for that, but no matter how happy or proud I feel, I can scroll through Twitter and see someone disparaging my efforts, often from someone living in their mom’s basement. Just a little food for thought.”

Hammerstone’s remarks serve as a vital reminder that wrestling, regardless of the level, is significant—and true fans should celebrate it. Given the ongoing toxic atmosphere, it will be interesting to see how critics respond to his commentary.

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