Joe Tessitore Makes Passionate WWE Commentary Debut on Raw, Receives Warm Fan Reception

ESPN’s Joe Tessitore made his highly anticipated debut as a commentator for WWE’s “Raw” alongside Wade Barrett. The event was a significant milestone for Tessitore, who expressed his excitement in a post-show interview. He described the experience as feeling alive, passionate, and intense, likening it to “living in the red.”

Tessitore was overwhelmed by the warm reception from fans, who gave him a massive ovation at the start of the show. He embraced the moment by handing out merchandise to children in the audience, aiming to spread joy and create a special atmosphere. While acknowledging that his performance as a wrestling commentator is still a work in progress, Tessitore felt he successfully channeled his inner child and longtime WWE fan during the broadcast.

Reflecting on his debut, Tessitore compared himself to the enthusiastic kid who once skipped school to meet wrestling stars like Big John Studd and cheered for heel characters like Paul Orndorff. He admitted that while his commentary might not have been perfect, his passion as a fan shone through. Tessitore expressed hope for many more nights like this in his new role with WWE.

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