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Retired Wrestler Needs Fan Help After Injury
8 Sep
Summary
- Mercedes Martinez sustained a serious ACL tear during a match.
- She launched a GoFundMe to cover surgery and rehabilitation costs.
- Martinez is ending her full-time wrestling career due to the injury.
Mercedes Martinez, a veteran with over 25 years in professional wrestling, has announced the premature end to her full-time career following a significant injury. On August 15th, Martinez tore her right ACL during an independent circuit match. This injury has necessitated surgery and an extensive rehabilitation period, impacting her ability to earn income for several months.
Martinez had intended this year to be her last as a full-time competitor, with plans to make sporadic appearances in the future. While the injury is not typically career-ending, she has decided to retire from full-time competition. She has turned to her fans for financial assistance, launching a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the costs associated with her surgery and recovery. Martinez expressed her gratitude to those who can donate or share the campaign, emphasizing her difficult decision to ask for help after a long and dedicated career.
