Lucha Libre

[Mondays belong to Lucha Libre in Mexico. Most of this raw footage is from our most recent trip to Puebla, but I also included some shots from our time in Mexico City last spring. Our feature shot today is a couple of Silverbelles who love their their Lucha Libres selves so much that they wear their masks around the house. SB SM]

The excitement outside on the street is palpable before the event. Buy a mask and become your favorite hero, or villain.

Wear the face of a hero. This is even better than reality TV.

The arena walls are adorned with the warriors.

I don’t know who the dude in the horned rimmed glasses is supposed to be.

Before the matches begin, however, I suggest one or two of these cemitas from the vendors on the street. Here’s what’s packed into the bun: 1. Home fry potatoes, 2. two handfuls of freshly fried potato chips, 3. A fried slice of pork, 4. A handful of queso string cheese, 5. Sliced tomatoes and onions, 6. A couples of slices of mystery meat, 7. Avocado and hot peppers … enjoy.

President Trump is a known fan of WWE wrestling. He’s even appeared in the ring. Here he is taking down Vince McMahon:

The appeal is basic and universal. Here’s a regular guy who also happens to be the President of the most powerful country in the world showing that he can get down with the best of them.