Stephanie Vaquer WWE challenger status has intensified following her victory over IYO SKY to claim the vacant WWE Women’s World Championship at Wrestlepalooza. Now, Asuka has publicly declared her intention to challenge Vaquer, setting the stage for a high-stakes rivalry within WWE’s women’s division.
After winning the vacant title, Stephanie Vaquer is preparing for her upcoming Crown Jewel Championship match against WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. On the September 26 SmackDown episode, Vaquer and Stratton shared a tense staredown, heightening anticipation for their October 11 encounter. However, another top competitor has inserted herself into the title picture.
Asuka Issues a Warning to Stephanie Vaquer
In a recent YouTube video, Asuka took aim at Stephanie Vaquer, reminding the champion that she never forgets past defeats, particularly Vaquer’s recent win over Kairi Sane, Asuka’s close ally. This confrontation has fueled speculation that Asuka is setting her sights firmly on Vaquer’s championship.
Asuka addressed Stephanie Vaquer directly:
“Stephanie, I never forget. You beat down my Kairi last week, you think I’ll forgive that? No way! Hell no, you fool!
“Kairi was brave, she fought back, but you better remember what you did, because I will not forget.
“I heard you look up to me, Stephanie. You admire me, don’t you? Of course you do, Asuka is legendary. Here’s the truth, admiration becomes a wall, a wall you will never climb. You’ll never surpass me, never, ever. You. Are. An. Idiot!”
– Asuka, WWE Superstar
This pointed message underscores the brewing tension between the two competitors and highlights the respect mixed with rivalry that defines their dynamic.
Vaquer and Asuka’s Growing Rivalry on WWE Raw
The friction between Stephanie Vaquer and Asuka has already spilled over on the September 22 episode of Raw. Their confrontation culminated in Asuka and Kairi Sane launching a surprise attack on Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY, showcasing their aggressive mindset ahead of the clash with Vaquer.
Notably, Stephanie Vaquer has acknowledged her connection to Asuka on a personal level, sharing that she named her cat after the legendary superstar. This detail adds a complex layer to their rivalry, blending admiration with competition.
Upcoming Showdowns and WWE Women’s Division Outlook
With the WWE Women’s World Championship storyline heating up, fans can expect Asuka’s pursuit of Stephanie Vaquer’s title to unfold in the coming weeks, potentially before Vaquer’s scheduled match against Tiffany Stratton. The evolving feuds are shaping a tense atmosphere in the women’s division, signaling several high-profile matches.
Asuka’s declaration that she won’t forgive Vaquer for defeating Kairi Sane and her insistence on surpassing the champion reinforce the idea that Stephanie Vaquer’s reign as WWE Women’s World Champion faces serious challenges from multiple directions.
The focus on this rivalry, alongside Vaquer’s upcoming championship defense at Crown Jewel, highlights a pivotal period for the WWE Women’s division, promising a series of intense contests and dramatic moments that will influence the championship landscape.
