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Honest Question to Pro-Wrestling fans: WHY?

I am not trying to put anyone down; I'm just trying to understand. My co-worker always has various matches on.
I can appreciate:
The obvious athleticism required to pull off even a fraction of the jumps and lands, etc. Respect, big time. Big time.
The beautiful women, who are also in amazing shape.
The amount of planning and pyro that goes into entrances. Heck, the whole production.
And Seth Freakin' Rollins.

The rest leaves me scratching my head. Telegraphed punches that end a clear mile away from the intended target. More folding chairs thrown than Bobby Knight. I'm not seeing the real meat of the performance. Obviously, people dig it big time, so what am I missing?
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Lmao... you're taking it too seriously!!! It's scripted 7 ways sideways and is like confusing Coronation Street with real life.
uncalled4 · 56-60, M
@HootyTheNightOwl I get that, but I'm trying to see what other people get from it. Again, not putting it down.
@uncalled4 Adrenaline rush, I think... everyone loves when "their guy" wins.
Slade · 56-60, M
@HootyTheNightOwl I watched in the 80's and always cheered for the villians