AEW President Tony Khan took to Twitter to talk about AEW signing Ricky Starks to a contract following his performance last night with AEW TNT Champion, Cody. He also talked about being transparent in AEW, along with defending his father in light of backlash and criticism from select wrestling fans.
I signed Ricky tonight. He earned it on #AEWDynamite. https://t.co/Xx0qoiOttk
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) June 18, 2020
We never said it’s the same product. I’m transparent on how we work. We have a great group of execs in leadership roles, many are star wrestlers, & I work closely with them, & I’m accessible for all staff & wrestlers. This isn’t a public company, I’m in 100% control of everything
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) June 18, 2020
After. Legitimately. His performance on #AEWDynamite really did seal the deal in my eyes and on paper and in reality.
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) June 18, 2020
He gave me a big check to start the company. I knew we’d have to make a big investment in the business, it was a leap of faith on his part, & it was rewarded when we earned a multiyear tv contract worth >$175M. Thanks for your response. It made me even prouder of what we’ve done.
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) June 18, 2020
