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Sound Off 209: How The Funkasaurus Changed One Man’s Life

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Est. Runtime: 1 hour, 36 minutes

Solomonster talks about John Cena’s empty arena promo from Raw, the intriguing Joseph Park character on TNA Impact, Madusa working with WWE again, the Hulk Hogan sex tape, Road Warrior Animal saying Sting is no icon, and an incredible story from one of our listeners of how THE FUNKASAURUS inspired him to change his life (yet another reason to get that man back on TV!). A great way to start your week!

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WWE Offering PPV On iPhone & iPad, Divas Appearing On Extra

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— WWE has announced that they will be offering pay-per-view streaming on the iPhone and iPad beginning with WrestleMania XXVIII.

“Attention, iPad and iPhone users! Coming soon, WWE pay-per-view streaming will be available for purchase online – just in time for WrestleMania XXVIII,” WWE states. “You can reserve your spot now by visiting https://www.wwe.com/ppv or https://www.wwe.com/shows/howtowatch using your Mac or PC. Check back soon for updates on streaming to your iOS device for The Biggest Spectacle of Them All, WrestleMania, on April 1.”

— The Bella Twins and Alicia Fox will appear on the syndicated entertainment news program Extra on Monday. The WWE Divas were filmed last Thursday at The Grove in Los Angeles chatting with Maria Menounos.

— Jerry “The King” Lawler will appear at the Salem Red Sox game taking place on July 28 at LewisGale Field 1004 Texas St. Salem, Virginia.

Jerry Lynn Retiring, Vader vs. Butcher, Shelly Martinez Video

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— Jerry Lynn announced at Friday’s Pro Wrestling Syndicate Supercard 2012 event in Rahway, New Jersey that he would be retiring from wrestling competition at the end of 2012. Lynn attributes his decision to age as it’s harder to get his body to do what he wants it to do as well as so he can enjoy the quality of life.

Lynn, who began his wrestling career in 1988, has worked for Extreme Championship Wrestling, World Championship Wrestling, World Wrestling Federation, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling and Ring of Honor. He is a two-time world champion, having won the ECW World Heavyweight Championship once and the ROH World Championship once.

— Former WCW World Heavyweight Champion Vader will face Necro Butcher at Pro Wrestling Syndicate event taking place on April 14 at WrestleReunion in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

— Former WWE Diva Shelly Martinez appears appears in this Funny or Die video titled “Boobathon.” It described as “a motion picture event exploring advanced cosmetic surgery.”

Rollins Gets IC Title Shot, Jericho’s Jacket Malfunctions

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– Seth Rollins, a WWE developmental wrestler, challenged Cody Rhodes for the Intercontinental Championship at Sunday’s SmackDown live event in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It was a back and forth match which concluded with Rhodes hitting Cross Rhodes on Rollins for the pinfall victory.

Rollins is touring with the SmackDown roster this week. He beat Drew McIntyre the previous night in East Lansing, Michigan.

– Chris Jericho stated on Twitter that his light-up jacket malfunctioned at Sunday’s Raw live event in Buffalo, New York. He wrote,

“Great show and crowd in Buffalo tonight! No casualties either…except for my jacket. Time to call in the electronic pit crew at #raw….”

– Former WWE manager Paul Bearer has been announced to appear at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, which takes place June 1-3 at Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is being advertised under his real name, Bill Moody.

(source: ProWrestling.net)

Punk’s Favorite Warrior Moment, Update On Madusa -WWE

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– Former WWE Champion Ultimate Warrior asked his Twitter followers on Sunday to name their favorite Ultimate Warrior moment at WrestleMania. WWE Champion CM Punk took part in the session and answered “Warrior vs Savage.”

– Madusa, who formerly competed for WWE as Alundra Blayze, revealed Saturday on Facebook that she was recently contacted by her former employer. Regarding this, both F4WOnline.com and PWInsider.com speculate that she was among the huge number of former talent invited to take part in interviews for upcoming WWE Network features. WWE will be filming several interviews in the week leading up to WrestleMania XXVIII in Miami, Florida.

– Former WWE Champion Ultimate Warrior asked his Twitter followers on Sunday to name their favorite Ultimate Warrior moment at WrestleMania. WWE Champion CM Punk took part in the session and answered “Warrior vs Savage.”

– Reports of Hunico appearing in place of Epico as Primo’s tag team partner at Friday’s Raw live event at Toronto’s Ricoh Coliseum are incorrect as SLAM! Wrestling published photos of Epico at the show.

– Two-time WWE Cruiserweight Champion Nunzio turns 40 years old Monday while former WWE Diva Nidia turns 33.

No Way Out PPV Returning, Guide To WrestleMania & More

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– The newly launched WWE.com features an updated 2012 pay-per-view event schedule and No Way Out is listed as taking place before SummerSlam. The event will take place on July 15 at the US Airways Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Money In The Bank was scheduled for that night but it will instead take place on June 18 at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

– The April 2012 issue of WWE Magazine is the “ultimate guide” to WrestleMania XXVIII and features John Cena, CM Punk, The Undertaker, Randy Orton and Sheamus on the cover. The photo used for The Undertaker is two to three years old.

– WWE.com has updated their profile on Brodus Clay’s dancer Naomi with all new pictures. However, she, nor Cameron Lynn, are listed as members of either Raw or SmackDown.

– The term “#NewWWEcom” was a trending topic on Twitter shortly after the relaunch of WWE.com on Sunday.

– WWE Hall of Famer “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan will appear at the July 27 Frederick Keys game taking place at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, Maryland. Details are available here.

WWE Relaunches Official Website, Ex-Talent Working With THQ

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— WWE relaunched WWE.com on Sunday. Among the numerous features is a revamped Superstars section and a Classics section dedicated to the history of WWE, WCW and ECW.

The latest redesign had been planned for several months, to coincide with WrestleMania season. However, some company employees are not fond of the project due to the high cost and the fact that it was redesigned just a year ago.

— GameBandits.com has published an article on former WWE talent Angela Fong (a/k/a Savannah) and Harry Smith (a/k/a David Hart Smith) providing motion capture character portrayal for THQ’s WWE ’13 video game. Sean Morley (a/k/a Val Venis) and Cassidy Riley have also motion capture action.

— WWEShop.com has released a Wrestlemania XXVIII Cena vs. Rock Augmented Reality Adult T-Shirt.

sources: ProWrestling.net, PWInsider.com

JR Blog: Austin Wrestling Again, Warrior-HOF, FCW Talent

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. In this entry, JR talks about Monday’s RAW, the build to WrestleMania 28, NFL star Peyton Manning’s future, women’s MMA & more. Here are some highlights of what JR wrote about:

Why do indy wrestlers signed by WWE go to FCW even though they are not officially ‘rookies?’ “To essentially go through orientation on a variety of matters plus, as a rule, everyone’s work needs to be tweaked to some degree. Being successful in the independent scene certainly helps one’s career, w/o fail, but that alone doesn’t make one a ready to go fit for WWE.”

What will it take to get Warrior in the WWE HOF? “I don’t know but I know that attempting to barter additional video projects such as a DVD, etc likely won’t get it done. I’m not in that loop, luckily, but basic, logical communication usually works best. No one I know has ever argued that Warrior isn’t deserving. Personally, I have no issue with his outspoken personality as it is Warrior being Warrior and exercising his First Amendment rights.”

Would I like to see @steveaustinBSR have one last match at a future Wrestlemania? “As a fan, “Oh Hell, Yeah!” But that’s a decision that’s completely Steve’s. Just an assumption but if it is going to happen, one wold think it would be at WM29 OR would he wait until the historic WM30? Personally, I can’t see the Texas Rattlesnake doing multiple matches but who knows?”

As always, you can check out JR’s amazing line of BBQ products at WWEShop.com.

WWE Contacts A Former Women’s Champion, Classics Update

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— Madusa, who formerly competed for WWE as Alundra Blayze, revealed Saturday on Facebook that she was recently contacted by her former employer. However, she would not disclose further details.

“Just want to let you all know I am NOT at the wrestle reunion in Miami or Canada. just to set the record straight! However…. did receive a call from WWE…… :) and thats all i am say’n!!” 

Madusa is still in possession of the Women’s Championship she infamously dumped in a trash can on a 1995 episode of WCW Monday Nitro after defecting from the promotion. Through social media, she has been angling for a match with WWE where she would defend the title against reigning Divas Champion Beth Phoenix.

— April programming for WWE Classics On Demand will highlight Superstars and matches of the atypical variety. The synopsis reads: “All April, go “Over the Top” with WWE Classics On Demand as unusual Superstars and out of the ordinary matches are featured.”

— Former WWE Superstar Kevin Nash appears at Pro Wrestling World 1901 S. 12th St. Allentown, Pennsylvania on May 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Seth Rollins Competes At Live Event, Lilian Garcia In NYC, More

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— WWE developmental wrestler Seth Rollins defeated Drew McIntyre at Saturday’s SmackDown live event in East Lansing, Michigan. He previously toured with the main roster in late December as he beat Tyson Kidd in singles matches at three consecutive SmackDown live events.

— SmackDown ring announcer Lilian Garcia appeared at Planet Hollywood in Times Square on Wednesday to promote her latest music video. Photos from her appearance are available here.

— Mick Foley commented on the reaction to his public concern for WWE’s on-screen treatment of Eve.

“Not everyone agreed with my comments, but from time to time I feel like a should add my voice to certain subjects,” he tweeted.

Foley wrote this week that WWE is sending a “mixed message” with the name-calling toward Eve since it contradicts their anti-bullying campaign ‘be a STAR’ and John Cena’s motto to “Rise Above Hate.”

Stipulation For Roode vs. Sting PPV Match, Aries To Set Record

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— TNA Wrestling’s Before The Bell video for Victory Road on March 18 is advertising Bobby Roode match against Sting as a No Holds Barred Match.

— Austin Aries is on the verge of setting the record of longest reigning X Division Champion of all-time. It has been 181 days since Aries won the title at No Surrender. The current record sits at 182 days, held by Christopher Daniels.

— TNA Wrestling will hold a BaseBrawl event on August 17 at Appalachian Power Park in Charleston, West Virginia.

— Sarita remains in Japan as she will competing at women’s wrestling promotion Stardom’s event on Sunday.

Preview For Impact – Roode/Sting Contract Signing, Anderson

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ImpactWrestling.com has released the official preview for this Thursday’s episode of Impact Wrestling.

Preview Thursday’s IMPACT WRESTLING broadcast on SpikeTV at 9/8c, as the road to the March 18 “Victory Road” Pay-Per-View event continues! If you can’t watch it on Thursday, make sure to set your DVR so you don’t miss any of the action

– World Heavyweight Champion Bobby Roode and Sting will have their contract signing – what will happen just days before Victory Road?

– What’s next in the ongoing family feud between Garett Bischoff and his father Eric Bischoff?

– Mr. Anderson returns to action against Christopher Daniels

– As a preview of the PPV match, one-half of the World Tag Team Champions Samoa Joe will face Crimson

– X Division Champion Austin Aries has a special announcement

– Eric Young and ODB plan for their upcoming wedding

All this and much more this Thursday on SpikeTV at 9/8c!

Seth Rollins On The Road, WWE Copies TNA, Ziggler

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– WWE developmental wrestler Seth Rollins (formerly Tyler Black in ROH) appears to be going on the road this weekend with WWE for the SmackDown’s live events in Michigan. He tweeted on Friday:

“I hear Michigan is nice this time of year…”

In recent weeks, WWE has been taking one or two top FCW wrestlers on the road to give them experience traveling with the WWE crew and being in the locker room with the main roster.

– WWE officials have reportedly been very impressed with Dolph Ziggler’s WWE Download Youtube show.

– During last night’s event in Toronto, WWE held a special promotion during intermission where fans that purchased Dolph Ziggler’s new T-shirt were able to meet him for a quick signing before the second half of the show started. TNA does this regularly at their house shows, offering special merchandise “deals” that include a signing session.

Latest Episode of Foreign Exchange, Identity Of Newest Referee

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– The referee who officiated Eve’s match against Alicia Fox on Monday’s Raw SuperShow is Brian Nguyen. He has officiated in Florida Championship Wrestling for the past two years as Ryan Tran.

– WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart will appear Wilmington Blue Rocks game in Wilmington, Delaware on June 14, 2012. Details are available here.

– In Friday’s birthdays, Melina Perez turned 33 years old, Rick Steiner turned 52 years old and Nikita Koloff turned 53 years old.

– On this week’s webisode of Foreign Exchange, Santino Marella patrols the Texas border, rounding up WWE’s international Superstars including Natalya, Primo and Ricardo Rodriguez.

Road Warrior Animal Says Sting Is Not An Icon

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During a recent interview with Extreme Pro Wrestling Radio, WWE Hall of Famer Road Warrior Animal discussed Sting’s status as an icon and his pick for the best singles worker of all time. Here’s what Animal said about:

Teaming with Sting: “The NWA was looking for a spot for Sting and I said make him a brother in paint and then Sting joined us (Road Warriors) in our six-man matches.”

Whether Sting Is An icon: “No! Sting is not in the same league as guys like Triple H, Stone Cold, The Rock. Sting will never be considered a legend or icon until he lets his pride go and joins WWE. He needs to bury his personal issues and just get into the WWE. Sting has to come over to the WWE to be that guy, it’s a bigger stage. Impact is one thing, the WWE is a way bigger thing.”

The Best Singles Wrestler Of All Time: “Easily, [Ric] Flair.”

Miz On Psych Preview, Ryback Update, Backstage Fallout

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– Psych star James Roday will be guest starring on Monday’s RAW to promote The Miz’s appearance on Psych this Wednesday. This is how the upcoming episode for Wednesday is being promoted:

“Mike “The Miz” Mizanin guest stars on PSYCH next Wednesday in “Shawn and the Real Girl.” Shawn (Roday) and Gus (Dulé Hill) go undercover to investigate the attempted murder of a contestant on a reality show called, “Missed Connections,” a Bachelorette-type dating show where eligible men compete for the affections of a woman each contestant has crossed paths with in the past but has never actually met. Guest stars also include Greg Grunberg, Wayne Brady and Lindsay Sloane.”

– “Ryback” Skip Sheffield continues to rack up wins at WWE live events, defeating JTG at Friday night’s live event from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He’s expected to get called up to the main roster soon.

– Here’s the latest SmackDown Backstage Fallout video featuring interviews with The Miz, R-Truth, Kofi Kingston, Jack Swagger and Vickie Guerrero.

Video: Hulk Hogan Does His Best Lady Gaga Impression

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Check out this truly bizarre video of Hulk Hogandressed up as Lady Gaga singing her hit song, “Born This Way.”

Video: JR Reacts To Superstars Complaining About The Rock

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Jim Ross responds to people in teh WWE locker room complaining about The Rock’s involvement at WrestleMania 28.

Props to SEScoops.com reader Andrew Campbell for the assist:

Dolph Ziggler On Not Having A WM28 Match, Rock vs. Cena

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Arda Ocal of theScore Television Network interviewed WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler. Here are some of the topics discussed:

– Not knowing why he doesn’t have a match booked yet at WrestleMania but wanting only even a short amount of time so he can steal the show

– Why most of the WWE locker room is siding with John Cena going into his match with The Rock at WrestleMania

– Questions he always gets from fans (including why did he dyed his hair brown)

– How difficult it was working inside the Elimination Chamber and how much of a toll it left on his body

– Being compared to Shawn Michaels and Mr. Perfect

Ted DiBiase Having Surgery After All, But Not On His Ankle

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Ted DiBiase was injured at Tuesday’s SmackDown tapings in a match with Jinder Mahal that was taped for Superstars. After initial reports that DiBiase had broken his ankle, the WWE website reported that DiBiase suffered a “Grade 2 tear [on a 3-tier scale] to his deltoid ligament, and he also sustained a calcaneal fracture, or a heel bone fracture.” The report stated that he will be out of action for several weeks.

DiBiase underwent an MRI on Thursday to determine the severity of the fractured ankle and tweeted the following on Thursday evening:

“Update: torn ligament and small break, but NO torn tendon which means no surgery! Again, thank you all for your encouragement!!”

Despite that good news, DiBiase has decided to undergo surgery anyways, but no on his ankle. DiBiase tweeted on Friday:

“Well, looks like I’m going under the knife after all. It’s not my ankle, it’s my shoulder. I’ve been working through a lot of pain for the past year. Since I’m down with the ankle, I’m going going to go ahead and fix the shoulder. And I’m coming back #CountryStrong!!

Here is video of this week’s WWE Superstars show. The DiBiase vs. Mahal match begins around the 17-minute mark. It’s unclear at exactly what point during the match the injury took place:


The Rock In Talks For “Journey 3,” Rock-Vanilla Ice Connection

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– The Rock is in talks to return to the “Journey” movie franchise, according to TheWrap.com.

Director Brad Peyton and writers Brian Gunn and Mark Gunn have already signed on. New Line Cinema is said to be targeting a 2014 release date for the film.

As of this week, Journey 2 has grossed approximately $79 million domestically and $272 million internationally.

– Speaking of The Rock, we reported earlier this week that he bought a $3.5 million mansion last month located in Southwest Ranches, Florida.

In a strange celebrity connection, The Rock’s new mansion is actually being fixed up by rapper Vanilla Ice as part of his “Vanilla Ice Project” show on the DIY Network show, where he and his team renovate houses.

Updated Card For TNA Victory Road (3/18)

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Victory Road 2012

Following Thursday’s Impact, here’s the updated card for TNA Victory Road on March 18th:

TNA World Championship Match:
Bobby Roode (c) vs. Sting

Jeff Hardy vs. Kurt Angle

TNA X Division Championship Match:
Austin Aries (c) vs. Zema Ion

TNA Tag Team Championship Match:
Samoa Joe and Magnus (c) vs. Matt Morgan and Crimson

AJ Styles and Mr. Anderson vs. Christopher Daniels and Kazarian

TNA Knockouts Championship Match:
Gail Kim (c) vs. Madison Rayne

HBK & Austin Working Together, Ryder’s Latest Show, Vader

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— Steve Austin confirmed in his latest blog that he and Shawn Michaels will be filming an episode of Shawn’s MacMillan River Adventures show at Austin’s Broken Skull Ranch in Texas soon. Both men are avid hunters and have been talking about working together in recent weeks.

Austin also spoke about his professional rivalry with Shawn Michaels, dating back to their 1998 feud that culminated in their main event match at WrestleMania 14:

“Shawn and I ran in two different packs while we were in WWE, but have always maintained a friendship and respect for one another,” Austin wrote. “It will be good to just hang out and hunt. The competitive nature and environment of putting everything on the line to be a top guy in WWE no longer exists for either one of us. It will be cool just to sit around and trade some war stories.”

— WWE Divas Alicia Fox and the Bella Twins were interviewed by Maria Menounos yesterday in Los Angeles. The interview will air on today’s Extra television show. Check your local listings for availability.

— Former WWE & WCW star Vader returns to the ring in Japan next Friday night for Real Japan Pro Wrestling. The 56 year old wrestler will be facing Tiger Shark.

— Zack Ryder is back with Episode 56 of his Z! True Long Island Story. Aside from the usual segments (Broski & Sign of the Week, etc.), Ryder talks about his kiss with Eve from RAW, which he called, “the most Zacktastic kiss ever.” Check it out:

* Pictures of THE ROCK’s New Florida Mansion – WHOA

Sin Cara & Kharma’s Returns, DiBiase Update, Booker T

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– Sin Cara will be out of action until late June / early July, much later than WWE was originally hoping for.

– Regarding Kharma’s situation, there is currently no solid time frame for her to make a full time return.

– Booker T told his fans on Twitter that he’s considering starting a Youtube show.

– Great news for Ted DiBiase, who underwent an MRI on Thursday to determine the severity of the fractured ankle he suffered at Tuesday’s SmackDown tapings. DiBiase tweeted on Thursday evening:

“Update: torn ligament and small break, but NO torn tendon which means no surgery! Again, thank you all for your encouragement!!”

(Partial Source: pwinsider.com)

*SPOILERS* WWE SmackDown Tapings Results For Friday

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WWE SmackDown on Syfy

WWE taped this week’s SmackDown show on Tuesday night from Uncatsville, Connecticut. Credit to #1 Raider Fan & WrestlingInc.com for these results:

– SmackDown opens with a steel cage match for the U.S. Championship, as Santino Marella defends against Jack Swagger. Santino Marella defeated Jack Swagger after Vickie Guererro accidentally slammed the cage door on Swagger’s head, allowing Marella to climb the cage for the win.

– Backstage Teddy Long asks John Laurinaitis to call of the match between Aksana and Kane. Laurinaitis announces that he will face Long tonight to determine if the match happens or not.

– Drew McIntyre came out and said that John Laurinaitis said he could get his job back if he wins tonight. The Great Khali came out, but David Otunga told him to take a seat and replaced him with Hornswoggle, who is defeated by McIntyre. After the match, Khali nails McIntyre with a chop and helps Hornswoggle.

– Mark Henry defeated Ezekiel Jackson in a quick match.

– John Laurinaitis vs. Teddy Long is up next. Laurinaitis’ tights are ridiculous, he looks like a ballerina. Kane came out, but Randy Orton ran out and hit Kane with an RKO outside of the ring. Long then covered Laurinaitis for the win.

– Kofi Kingston and R-Truth defeated WWE Tag Team Champions Primo and Epico in a non-title match.

– Michael Cole interviewed Daniel Bryan and Sheamus.

– Main event: Randy Orton, The Big Show and Sheamus defeated Daniel Bryan, Cody Rhodes and the Miz after Orton nailed Miz with an RKO to get the win. Kane and Orton went at it after the match, ending with Orton planting Kane with an RKO to send the fans home happy.

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