Rito Romero Loza was a successful luchador who wrestled in Mexico and in the NWA territories of Texas and Los Angeles. He appeared in several films in his native country along with a number of other luchadors. He is remembered for his innovation of the Romero Special/La Tapatia submission manoeuver, commonly known as the Surfboard.
Romero, circa 1953
Professional wrestling holds
Professional wrestling holds include a number of set moves and pins used by performers to immobilize their opponents or lead to a submission. This article covers the various pins, stretches and transition holds used in the ring. Some wrestlers use these holds as their finishing maneuvers, often nicknaming them to reflect their character or persona. Moves are listed under general categories whenever possible.
Tajiri applying a camel clutch to Rene Bonaparte
Mick Foley applying his mandible claw hold, with his sock puppet "Mr. Socko" present, on RJ City
Sasha Banks applying the Banks Statement to Summer Rae in 2016
Chris Benoit applying the Crippler Crossface to Montel Vontavious Porter in 2007