Adam Copeland reflects on his WWE breakthrough moment
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Adam Copeland, known as Edge in WWE, spoke about his first major moment during a recent appearance on "The Mick and Kenny Show." He recalled the significant ladder match against The Hardys at No Mercy in Cleveland, where he and his colleagues received praise from Mick Foley, marking their emergence as stars. Copeland mentioned another iconic moment from his WWE career when he leaped off a ladder to spear Jeff Hardy at WrestleMania X-Seven. He noted the impact of peer recognition in confirming their success. As he approaches retirement in 2027, Copeland aims to capture the AEW World Championship.
- •Copeland views the No Mercy ladder match as his star-making moment.
- •Mick Foley praised Copeland and his colleagues after the match.
- •Another memorable moment was Copeland's spear of Jeff Hardy at WrestleMania X-Seven.
- •Copeland plans to retire in 2027 after pursuing the AEW World Championship.
- •His WWE career laid the groundwork for his AEW ambitions.
- 2:00 AMWrestling Inc — AEW's Adam Copeland Identifies His First 'Star-Making Moment' As Edge In WWE
"AEW star Adam Copeland (AKA Edge) recently recalled a moment early in his WWE career that made him feel like a genuine star for the first time.
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