Can a fierce new competitor breathe new life into this odd athletic endeavor?
Ironically, a Canadian won the first tournament. No matter: Toe-wrestling bloomed over the years as a tongue-in-cheek competition suitable for all, no matter their age, gender, or fitness level. In the 1990s, the Royal Oak pub in Wetton began hosting an official World Toe Wrestling Championship, which soon became the biggest event of its kind.
Back in the pub, Nash and Woodroffe exchanged sportsmanlike nods. They gently interlaced their big toes and lined up their heels at the center of the arena. A referee yelled “Toes away!” to start their first match, and the duo began to wrestle. As they struggled, Woodroffe felt a surge of confidence bolster his strength: It was time for Nasty Nash to pass the torch.
It’s a decision that may seem shocking to some. One of those people was his now wife. “Probably when I told my missus that I was a toe-wrestler, she instantly thought I was a bit of a weirdo,” he continued. “As time passed, she’s gotten much more understanding. She has an eye for the game now. It gives me a mental edge when I win with her by my side.”Competitors can suffer all manner of toe, foot, and leg injuries, although they’re not particularly common.
In an attempt to capture the energy of the past, Woodroffe and Nash—they’re friendly!—moved the event to the more amenable Ex Servicemen’s Club last year and partnered to formally create the World Toe Wrestling Federation, investing their own funds into buying the trademark and doing more local outreach. The duo is hoping to double the number of people who turned out last year, which would mark a triumphant return to the form of yore.
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