The story of Raw reaching the impressive milestone of its 1,000th episode is certain to make headlines around the world – and that includes unprecedented coverage by USA Today.

Tonight’s momentous occasion made the front page in the widest circulated print newspaper in the United States, as USA Today pays tribute to the significance of Raw 1,000. In an article titled “WWE's 'Monday Night Raw' packs 1,000 episodes under its belt,” USA Today writer Brian Truitt goes behind the scenes of “the longest-running weekly episodic program in TV history with no reruns” and captures candid comments from Superstars including John Cena, Triple H and The Miz among others on the show’s unparalleled success in television, popular culture and social media. ( MORE)

Follow Truitt on Twitter ( @briantruitt) during Raw 1,000 as he provides coverage for what’s sure to be a memorable night.

Click here to view USA Today’s exclusive photo gallery showing the sights and sounds of the backstage scene of Raw.