It has been widely rumored that returning WWE superstar, Chris Jericho was originally selected to win this year's 30-Man Royal Rumble Match, but Triple H, who has gained even more influence behind the scenes, decided that Sheamus was to be the winner. The final decision was made last week...this all coming from F4WOnline.com. Triple H & Sheamus have been friends since the Irish grappler's promotion to the main roster in the summer of 2009 as the two workout together on the road. In an interview with Power Slam, he singled out the Celtic Warrior as a wrestler with potential. Triple H said, "The closest to me is probably Sheamus, because we always train together on the road. But I try to watch all the young guys' matches and give them advice, if they want to hear it. If they take advice to heart and really want to improve, then I'm wanting to help. As for seeing some of myself in someone? That's tough. Sheamus just the other day showed up at a show he didn't have to be at. He does whatever he's asked to do without complaining, he goes to every show and is always wanting to work: he does it all, goes above and beyond. That's what I was like."

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