Rhino, Mark Smith

INTRODUCTION

Paul from the Gladiators Zone spoke exclusively to UK Gladiator Rhino, Mark Smith. We talked about his time with the Gladiators and what happened in his Duel against Ace...

INTERVIEW

Q: "What have you been doing since Gladiators ended in the UK?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "I've been concentrating on Rhino cars, building up account work. Personally, I have had my portfolio done, been doing some music and adding to my show-reel."

Q: "What has been your most memorable time in Gladiators?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "Going to Australia, having a sprint race against Hunter, Warrior and Wolf. Hot sunny day, Nightshade started us off. The results were Wolf was 4th, Warrior was 3rd, Hunter came 2nd and me 1st! Also being against the Australian contender in the final, I knew I couldn't let the side down!"

Q: "What have you missed most from the Gladiators show?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "The thing I miss most about Gladiators is the fans, the buzz and the preparation before the show. I will always remember it. Love it."

Q: "If you could be any other Gladiator on Duel who would it be and why?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "I would be a cross between Cobra for his agility and Saracen for them big hits and Hunter for his focus, but that's only if I couldn't be me!"

Q: "How did it feel to face your fellow team mates in 'The Battle of the Giants'?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "Facing team mates gave me mixed feelings, we did not want to go against each other but we enjoyed it. I just wish I hadn't damaged my hand before the show had even started! Plus I was too relaxed against my mate Ace. I remember him saying to me 'Don't make me look bad on Duel', I didn't want to take his head off and ended up stepping across!"

Q: "Have you kept training since Gladiators ended?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "Yes, I will always train hard if my body allows me too. I like staying around 16 half stone. The way I can play football, box and have strength."

Q: "Which Gladiators show is the best in the world?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "The British Gladiators show undoubtedly was the best in the world. But I would say that!"

Q: "Do you think it was right to end the Gladiators show when it did?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "I took it year by year and tried to be a good role model. I personally think if LWT wanted it to work they could have hyped it up a lot more..."

Q: "Have you kept in touch with any of the Gladiators team?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "I will always be there for any of the Glads. They are all really genuine including Ulrika, Fash and Jeremy. I often see Ace, Hunter, Rio, Fox, Vogue, Saracen and I ring Cobra."

Q: "How did you feel when you entered the arena for the last time?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "I went into the arena for the last time to win and enjoy myself. It didn't feel right to get aggressive against my friends though."

Q: "Do you have a final message for all of the Gladiator fans?"

Rhino Interview

Rhino: "Thanks to all my fans for all your help and support, it has been tremendous. You all made the show!
Best of luck to you all, stay focused for what ever you want to achieve in life. Paul you are a major asset to Glads and they don't even know it and of course my mate Bev. xxx"

FEATURE

Rhino, Mark Smith

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