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WWE Royal Rumble 1988: Retro 3 Things We Hated and 3 Things We Loved
The first WWE Royal Rumble happened in 1988, with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan winning the titular match while Hulk Hogan met Andre the Giant in a contract signing.
The Royal Rumble begins WWE's "Road to WrestleMania." Find out more about the event's all-time winners.
Since 1988, WWE Royal Rumble matches have captivated fans around the world. Check out fun facts from the event's history now.
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