During the January 2026 debut episode of WWE SmackDown in Buffalo, Giulia reclaimed the Women’s United States Championship, marking a major WWE SmackDown championship victory. Giulia’s triumph over Chelsea Green not only kicked off the new year with excitement, but also made Giulia a two-time titleholder after she lost the belt to Green in November.
Major Title Change Kicks Off 2026 for WWE
The championship match, held in Buffalo, saw Chelsea Green put her Women’s United States Championship on the line against Giulia in a highly anticipated contest. Giulia successfully defeated Green to regain the championship, reversing the result from their November encounter. The win signals Giulia’s growing momentum as a leading competitor in the women’s division.
Giulia’s Reaction to Regaining the Championship
After the show ended, Giulia took to social media to express her satisfaction with the result. She posted a picture of herself holding the championship and wrote:
“This is where it starts. Come see me if you want a real fight. I’ll show you. #SmackDown” – Giulia, Women’s United States Champion
This confident message highlights her determination to continue proving herself in the ring as SmackDown moves forward into the new year.
Chelsea Green Remains Champion in Other Divisions
While Chelsea Green no longer holds the Women’s United States Championship, she continues to find success elsewhere, remaining one half of the AAA Mixed Tag Team Champions alongside Ethan Page, who is also recognized as the NXT North American Champion. This demonstrates her ongoing presence across multiple WWE titles and divisions.
Notable Appearances Signal Change Across WWE Roster
The special episode of SmackDown also featured NXT’s Jordynne Grace, who appeared on the show, indicating that she is no longer under contract and may soon be elevated to either Raw or SmackDown. Her presence hints at fresh matchups and potential new rivalries as the WWE roster continues to evolve in 2026.
What Giulia’s Win Means for WWE’s Women’s Division
Giulia’s latest WWE SmackDown championship victory signifies a dynamic start to the year for the women’s division, setting the tone for fierce competition. With familiar names like Chelsea Green, Ethan Page, and Jordynne Grace occupying key roles, SmackDown’s narrative is poised for further intrigue as new champions are crowned and anticipated debuts loom on the horizon.
This is where it starts.
Come see me if you want a real fight.
I’ll show you. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/P9UxPkKKtK— GIULIA ＝ ジュリア (@giulia0221g) January 3, 2026
