The WWE will introduce a new tournament to determine the next challenger for the WWE Speed Championship during the February 3 episode of NXT. Competitors will face off with the winner earning the right to challenge current Speed Champion Jasper Troy on the February 24 NXT broadcast.
Matchups and Tournament Structure Announced
The tournament bracket is divided into two sections. In the upper half, Elio LeFleur is set to compete against Charlie Dempsey, while the lower half features Josh Briggs facing Eli Knight. The victors of these initial matches will meet in the final round to decide who will challenge Jasper Troy.
Additional Highlights on February 3 NXT Episode
Aside from the WWE Speed contenders tournament kickoff, the February 3 episode of NXT will showcase several significant matches and storylines. The vacant NXT Championship will be contested in a ladder match involving Ricky Saints, Shiloh Hill, Sean Legacy, Jackson Drake, Dion Lennox, Keanu Carver, and Joe Hendry. Tony D’Angelo will also appear to clarify his intentions following his return to NXT. Meanwhile, the NXT Women’s North American Championship will be defended in a triple threat bout with champion Izzi Dame facing Thea Hail and Lola Vice. Additionally, the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship will be defended by The Elegance Brand (M by Elegance and Heather by Elegance) with supporting members Ash by Elegance and The Personal Concierge against challengers ZaRuca (Sol Ruca and ZARIA).
Broadcast and Coverage Information
The tournament will be featured live on NXT airing at 8 p.m. ET on The CW network. Fightful will provide real-time coverage of the event, followed by a post-show podcast available on their YouTube channel.
Significance of the WWE Speed Tournament
The launch of the WWE Speed contenders tournament brings an opportunity to spotlight emerging talent like Josh Briggs and others while intensifying the competition for the Speed Championship held by Jasper Troy. With the final title match scheduled in Atlanta on February 24, this tournament could reshape the division’s landscape and enhance storylines within NXT as the contenders vie to prove their speed and skill.
The Speed tournament starts TONIGHT! Who will challenge @jaspertroywwe for the title on February 24th in Atlanta? 🔥
📺 8e/7c on @TheCW pic.twitter.com/M1lAFCRgm9
— WWE NXT
The Speed tournament starts TONIGHT! Who will challenge @jaspertroywwe for the title on February 24th in Atlanta? 🔥
📺 8e/7c on @TheCW pic.twitter.com/M1lAFCRgm9
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) February 3, 2026
