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5 questions for... Swiss wrestling star Cesaro

20/02/2017 written by Michel Imhof
Claudio Castagnoli, alias Cesaro, is one of the most famous wrestlers in the world. In May, the successful Lucerne native will step into the ring at the Hallenstadion Zurich.


How do you explain wrestling to someone who doesn't know?

I often compare it to wrestling. But we are in a ring, good fights against evil and there are lots of show effects, entrance music and interviews.

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How is it for you to get into the ring in Switzerland?

Great, I miss Switzerland a lot. My family, my friends and also the landscape. But I won't have much time to visit on tour.

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Ex-footballer Tim Wiese has now entered the wrestling business. What do you think of that?

His first appearance wasn't bad. But it takes more than just one appearance. If he wants to be in the WWE, for example, he'll be on the road for over 250 days. That's quite demanding.

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How many protein shakes do you drink?

Only one a day, but I eat six times. I make sure I have plenty of protein, but also carbohydrates. I'm rather slim, so I can afford it.

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With Donald Trump, a wrestling expert is now US President. How did you perceive the election?

This election probably had more to do with wrestling than any other. It was almost like a show with all this patter.

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