REY FENIX
BECAUSE IT’S NOT his first language, it’s understandable that Rey Fenix may not choose just the right word when trying to express himself in English. In this interview, he frequently makes references to “playing” the ropes during his matches.
Then again, maybe “playing” is exactly the right word for it. After all, the thrill-seeking luchador appears to be having as much fun as a child on his backyard trampoline each time he takes flight in the ring.
His flawless aerial technique has earned the masked Fenix a reputation as the best flyer in the sport—as was evident from his #1 placement in that category in the 2022 “PWI Poll.” Fenix’s dazzling wrestling style has delivered results across various promotions, divisions, and countries. At the time of this writing, he’s the reigning holder of the Latin American and World cruiserweight titles in AAA, and, in AEW, one-third of the World trios champions (Death Triangle) with his brother Penta and PAC. He’s also held the World tag team title in AEW and AAA’s top singles prize, the Mega championship.
Even 17 years into his career, Rey Fenix is still a work in progress. In this interview with PWI Senior Writer Al Castle, the 31-year-old Mexico City native made it clear he’s determined not only to grow his own profile in the sport, but that of Latin American wrestlers. And that might require a “play” date with the AEW world champion.
Note: Portions of this interview were conducted in Spanish and translated into English.
Castle: Which do you like more: working here in the United States for AEW, or in Mexico for AAA?
Both. I don’t have a favorite. I spent a long time in the American indies in the United States, and I have so much love for pro wrestling … the styles, the crowds. I think [American] wrestling and lucha both have
