Steven Borden Says Sting's Retirement Match Sparked His Wrestling Career
Steven Borden said he decided to become a wrestler during his father Sting's retirement match at AEW Revolution 2024. He explained that watching Sting's final match made him want to avoid living with regret. Borden, who began wrestling in his early 30s, has since appeared for AEW and is set for an independent tag team match with his brother Garrett.
Steven Borden, son of wrestling legend Sting, traced his career choice to AEW Revolution 2024, when his father wrestled his last match. Seeing that farewell convinced Borden he did not want to wonder later what might have been. He entered the ring professionally in his early 30s, later than many peers.
At Revolution, Borden and his brother Garrett appeared in costumes recalling Sting's nWo Wolfpac and Surfer personas, and they even delivered splashes to The Young Bucks. Borden has since worked AEW events, including an All Out pay-per-view pairing with Darby Allin. In November, he and Garrett are scheduled for an independent tag bout.
This story may resonate with fans who follow family legacies in combat sports, as well as older adults considering delayed dreams. Borden's choice could encourage people to pursue ambitions despite starting later than usual. Within wrestling, it may draw added attention to independent shows and sibling tag teams, while also strengthening AEW's connection to Sting's history. The effect may be modest, but it could shape how some viewers think about regret, timing, and second chances.