List of WrestleMania 9 Historical Records and Firsts

First Outdoor WrestleMania

Only WM Held Entirely Outdoors

WrestleMania 9 was the first and only WrestleMania held entirely outdoors — in the open air at Caesars Palace's parking area. The risk of weather-related disruptions was taken on by the WWF for the unique visual spectacle.

Shortest WM Main Event — 22 Seconds

Hogan vs. Yokozuna — Record Stands at WM42

The impromptu Hulk Hogan vs. Yokozuna match at WM9 lasted approximately 22 seconds — the shortest main event match in WrestleMania history, a record that still stands as of WM42 in 2026.

Only WM With Two WWF World Title Changes Same Night

Yokozuna Won and Lost Title at Same Event

WM9 is the only WrestleMania in history to feature two WWF/WWE World Heavyweight Championship changes in one evening — Yokozuna won, then lost, the title at WM9.

Jim Ross's WWF Commentary Debut

Good Ol' JR's First WWF Broadcast — In a Toga

Jim Ross made his WWF commentary debut at WM9 — entering the arena on a camel in a toga for arguably the most memorable broadcaster debut in wrestling history.

Undertaker's Only DQ Win in 21-0 WM Streak

Chloroform DQ Against Gonzalez — Only Streak DQ

The Undertaker's WM9 DQ win over Giant Gonzalez was the only disqualification victory in the entire 21-0 WM streak — all other streak wins were via pin or submission.

Steiner Brothers' Only WM Appearance

Most Celebrated WM One-Appearance Team

The Steiner Brothers (Rick and Scott Steiner) appeared at WM9 in their only WrestleMania match — defeating the Headshrinkers in what is widely considered WM9's best match.

First and Only WM With Roman Historical Theme

Ancient Roman Toga Theme — Never Replicated

WM9's Ancient Roman theme — with togas, camel mounts, Roman set design, and Latinized names — has never been replicated at any WM event.

First WM in Las Vegas Area

Caesars Palace — Paradise, Nevada

WM9 was the first WrestleMania held in the Las Vegas area — Caesars Palace in Paradise, Nevada. WM41 and WM42 (2025 and 2026) returned to the Las Vegas area at Allegiant Stadium.