Christopher Adams (February 10, 1955 – October 7, 2001) was an English professional wrestler, wrestling promoter, trainer and judoka. By the time Adams was 21 years old, he had won three British National Judo Championships for his age and weight. Adams wrestled primarily in the Texas promotions, most notably for World Class Championship Wrestling, where he became one of the most popular wrestlers in the promotion's history.

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  • Christopher Adams (February 10, 1955 – October 7, 2001) was an English professional wrestler, wrestling promoter, trainer and judoka. By the time Adams was 21 years old, he had won three British National Judo Championships for his age and weight. Adams wrestled primarily in the Texas promotions, most notably for World Class Championship Wrestling, where he became one of the most popular wrestlers in the promotion's history. Adams is well known for being one of the trainers of Scott Hall in 1984 and training "Stone Cold" Steve Austin with his friend and close mate Jon Raven or as some might know better Jonny English in 1989. He also is credited for bringing the Superkick, a karate-style thrust kick, to American wrestlers. Adams was also among the first wrestlers to use the Sharpshooter, which he called the Super Lock by around 1985. He was also famous for using back flips and somersaults to catch his opponent off-guard. Moreover, Adams was known for diving from the canvas through the ropes to his opponent on the floor, one of the few wrestlers to execute this dangerous maneuver. Since his 1978 debut, Adams has used various thrust kicks and an enzuigiri, as well as using various judo holds during his matches throughout his career. Chris also was responsible for starting the careers of Chad Hart (Gary Hart's son), Tasha Simone, Khris Germany, Ed Robinson, L.A. Steele, valet/manager/promoter Miss Lacy and Alex Porteau over the years, plus help other wrestlers improve their wrestling skills. Shawn Michaels and Paul Diamond were among the wrestlers Adams would help out, and both learned his trademark finisher, the superkick. (en)
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  • 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) (en)
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  • Christopher Adams (en)
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  • "Gentleman" Chris Adams The Masked Avenger (en)
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  • Tony St. Clair,
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  • Christopher Adams (February 10, 1955 – October 7, 2001) was an English professional wrestler, wrestling promoter, trainer and judoka. By the time Adams was 21 years old, he had won three British National Judo Championships for his age and weight. Adams wrestled primarily in the Texas promotions, most notably for World Class Championship Wrestling, where he became one of the most popular wrestlers in the promotion's history. (en)
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