Kurt Angle Reflects on Painful Final WWE Run, Ongoing Health Struggles

WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle has candidly reflected on the challenges of his final WWE run, revealing that his arthritic knees and physical decline led to a disappointing comeback that made him look "like an old man in the ring." After returning to WWE in 2017, Angle was first inducted into the Hall of Fame and then served eight months as Raw General Manager, during which time his knees worsened due to inactivity. When he finally returned to wrestling, his deteriorated condition forced him to retire earlier than planned, culminating in his last match against Baron Corbin at WrestleMania 35 in 2019. Since retiring, Angle underwent double knee replacement surgery in 2022 that improved his mobility, but he continues to suffer significant neck issues causing pain and motor skill problems. Despite exploring stem cell treatments and surgery, doctors have indicated limited options for his nerve damage, which affects his hands and causes shaking. Angle also shared that his daughter has started wrestling training under his brother’s guidance, highlighting his ongoing connection to the wrestling world through family.