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Today is a sad day - Former WWE Champion sends heartfelt message to Vince McMahon after his retirement

Vince McMahon has officially retired from WWE at the age of 77 Former WWE Superstar Alberto Del Rio sent a heartfelt message to Vince McMahon following the latter's retirement announcement. Earlier today, McMahon via Twitter, which sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling world. The former WWE CEO/Chairman stated that he was stepping away from his duties: "At 77, time for me to retire. Thank you, WWE Universe. Then. Now. Forever. Together. #WWE #thankful" Taking to Twitter, Del Rio (currently known as Alberto El Patron) reacted to McMahon's surprise retirement. He thanked Vince for allowing him to work with WWE, adding that the news has saddened not only the wrestling industry but the sports entertainment world as well: "Today is a sad day in the sports entertainment and wrestling industry. retired from at 77 years. Sir, thank you for believing in me and granting me the opportunity to change my life. Without you there wouldn’t be an Alberto Del Río. Enjoy life! You deserve it," tweeted Del Rio. Check out Albert Del Rio's tweet below: Today is a sad day in the sports entertainment and wrestling industry. retired from at 77 years. Sir, thank you for believing in me and granting me the opportunity to change my life. Without you there wouldn’t be an Albert Del Río. Enjoy life! You deserve it.Today is a sad day in the sports entertainment and wrestling industry. retired from at 77 years. Sir, thank you for believing in me and granting me the opportunity to change my life. Without you there wouldn’t be an Albert Del Río. Enjoy life! You deserve it.

The WWE Universe had mixed reactions to Alberto Del Rio s tweet about Vince McMahon s retirement

The WWE Universe was divided on their feelings about former WWE Superstar Alberto Del Rio's tweet about Vince McMahon's retirement. While some fans were full of respect for Vince, others made fun of Rio for posting the tweet. Here are some of the more interesting fan tweets below: Much respect Much respect Viva Del Rioooo Viva Del Rioooo You standin up for wwe beggin for a job rn You standin up for wwe beggin for a job rn Coul have at least gotten one without the stock photo watermarks? Coul have at least gotten one without the stock photo watermarks? Following McMahon's recent announcement, many superstars, including Mandy Rose, have also . Vince's daughter, Stephanie McMahon, has been serving as the Interim CEO of the company. Earlier today, her husband, Triple H, was announced as the new Executive Vice President of Talent Relations. Did you know Scott Steiner slapped a pro wrestling legend? Don't believe us? . Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found