Michael Polchlopek, also known as Bart Gunn and Bodacious Bart, is a retired American professional wrestler and mixed martial artist. He made his debut in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF),now known as WWE, in 1993 and went on to compete in various promotions, including All Japan Pro Wrestling and New Japan Pro Wrestling.
Polchlopek's wrestling career spanned over a decade, during which he held various titles and accolades. In the WWF, he won the WWF Tag Team Championship on two occasions and competed in several notable feuds. He also had a successful career in Japan, competing for All Japan Pro Wrestling and New Japan Pro Wrestling, where he won the IWGP Tag Team Championship on one occasion.
Polchlopek's mixed martial arts career was relatively short-lived, as he retired from professional wrestling in 2004. During his time in the ring, he was known for his strong technical skills and ability to adapt to different styles.
Polchlopek's post-wrestling career has been marked by a renewed focus on his personal life. He has been involved in various business ventures and has made appearances at wrestling events and conventions. Despite his retirement from professional wrestling, Polchlopek remains a beloved figure in the wrestling community, and his legacy continues to be celebrated by fans around the world.
Yuji Nagata, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a long-time friend and tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two have competed together in several notable matches and tournaments, including the 2002 New Japan Triathlon Series, where they finished as runners-up.
Osamu Nishimura, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2002 New Japan Triathlon Series, where they finished as runners-up.
Manabu Nakanishi, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2002 New Japan Triathlon Series, where they finished as runners-up.
Yutaka Yoshie, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2002 New Japan Triathlon Series, where they finished as runners-up.
Tadao Yasuda, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2002 New Japan Triathlon Series, where they finished as runners-up.
Kazunari Murakami, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2002 New Japan Triathlon Series, where they finished as runners-up.
Hiroshi Tanahashi, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2003 G1 Tag League, where they finished in 5th place.
Jim Steele, an American professional wrestler, is a former tag team partner of Polchlopek's. The two competed together in several matches and tournaments, including the 2000 World's Strongest Tag Determination League, where they finished in 4th place.
Genichiro Tenryu, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed in a tournament for the vacant Triple Crown Heavyweight Championship in 2000, where Tenryu emerged victorious.
Keiji Mutoh, a Japanese professional wrestler, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed in the 2002 Champion Carnival, where Mutoh emerged victorious.
Stan Hansen, an American professional wrestler, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed in a Four Way match for The Stan Hansen Cup in 2002, where Polchlopek and Steele emerged victorious.
KroniK, a professional wrestling tag team, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed for the World Tag Team Championship in 2002, where KroniK emerged victorious.
George Hines, an American professional wrestler, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed in a Four Way match for The Stan Hansen Cup in 2002, where Polchlopek and Steele emerged victorious.
Johnny Smith, an American professional wrestler, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed in a Four Way match for The Stan Hansen Cup in 2002, where Polchlopek and Steele emerged victorious.
Makai Club, a professional wrestling stable, is a former opponent of Polchlopek's. The two competed in a #1 Contenders tournament for the IWGP Tag Team Championship in 2003, where Polchlopek and Steele
