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The WWE Championship is one of the most prestigious wrestling titles in the world of professional wrestling. It is a world championship that is recognized by the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), formerly known as the World Wrestling Federation. The championship started in 1963 and has since become the most coveted wrestling title in the world.

History

The WWE Championship has a long and rich history dating back to 1963 when the then-WWWF (World Wide Wrestling Federation) introduced the title. The inaugural champion was Buddy Rogers, who was recognized as the first WWE Champion on April 25, 1963, after defeating Antonino Rocca. Since then, the championship has been held by some of the greatest wrestlers of all time.

Over the years, the championship has gone through various changes. In 1998, the title was renamed the WWE Championship following a legal dispute with the World Wildlife Fund over use of the initials WWF. In 2002, the brand extension was introduced, and the championship became exclusive to the Raw brand.

Throughout its history, the WWE Championship has been the centerpiece of many of the greatest matches in wrestling history, and it continues to be one of the most important titles in the WWE today.

Design

The WWE Championship has gone through several design changes over the years. The current design features a large WWE logo in the center of the title with two side plates that can be customized with the champion’s logo. The strap is made of leather with gold plates, and it weighs approximately 5 pounds.

Rules and Regulations

To win the WWE Championship, a wrestler must defeat the reigning champion in a one-on-one match or win a championship match at a pay-per-view event. The championship can change hands by pinfall, submission, count-out, or disqualification.

The WWE has several rules and regulations in place to ensure the championship is defended fairly. For example, if a wrestler is injured and cannot defend the championship, they must vacate the title, and a new champion will be crowned. The championship is also subject to the brand extension, which means it is exclusive to one brand.

Notable Champions

Over the years, the WWE Championship has been held by some of the most iconic wrestlers in history. Some of the notable champions include:

• Bruno Sammartino – held the championship for a record 2,803 days in the 1960s and 1970s.
• Hulk Hogan – held the championship a total of six times in the 1980s and 1990s.
• Stone Cold Steve Austin – held the championship six times in the Attitude Era of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
• The Rock – held the championship eight times and was one of the most popular wrestlers of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
• John Cena – held the championship a total of 13 times, making him one of the most successful champions of all time.

Legacy and Cultural Impact

The WWE Championship is widely considered one of the most prestigious wrestling titles in the world. It has been held by some of the greatest wrestlers in history and has been the centerpiece of many of the most iconic matches and storylines in wrestling history. The WWE Championship has also helped to shape popular culture, with many wrestlers becoming household names and pop culture icons thanks to their success in the WWE.

The WWE Championship is one of the most prestigious and important titles in the world of professional wrestling. Through decades of history, it has been held by some of the greatest wrestlers in history and remains one of the most coveted titles in the WWE today.

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