— As reported earlier, Awesome Kong officially parted ways with TNA Wrestling last week. Company president Dixie Carter commented on the multi-time champion’s departure from the organization on her Twitter account, writing: “Due to personal reasons, Kong asked for/was granted an early release from contract. We support her during this time & hope she is back soon.”
— In addition to Karen Angle, WWE Hall of Famer Dory Funk Jr. and former WWE Tag Team Champion Heidenreich were backstage at last night’s Destination X pay-per-view. It’s worth noting that Heidenreich worked Hulk Hogan’s tour of Australia late last year. (source: PWInsider.com)
— The Motor City Machineguns will be taking part in a live chat with AOL Fanhouse (www.fanhouse.com) today at 4:00 p.m. EST.
