San Antonio's Alamodome Hosts WWE's Royal Rumble For A Third Time

One of WWE's most iconic wrestling events is returning to San Antonio after months of speculation According to a WWE news release, the Royal Rumble will take place at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023

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Mayor Ron Nirenberg said he was thrilled to bring back one of WWE's most exciting events of the year to San Antonio.

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San Antonio's Alamodome Hosts WWE's Royal Rumble For A Third Time

One of WWE's most iconic wrestling events is returning to San Antonio after months of speculation According to a WWE news release, the Royal Rumble will take place at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023

Mayor Ron Nirenberg said he was thrilled to bring back one of WWE's most exciting events of the year to San Antonio.

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