Raquel Rodriguez has openly addressed the incident during the recent Women’s Royal Rumble that left WWE fans questioning her relationship with Liv Morgan. The dramatic moment drew widespread attention when Liv suddenly eliminated her own Judgment Day teammate, Raquel, shortly after Rodriguez had helped remove Rhea Ripley from the match. This unexpected move fueled rumors of conflict between the former tag partners, prompting Rodriguez to clarify the situation.
Understanding the Context Behind the Elimination
During an interview on TMZ’s Inside the Ring, Rodriguez was candid when asked if she and Morgan had moved beyond the elimination episode. She confirmed their stance without hesitation.
“I mean, yes, yes. We’re past that. You know, it is every woman for themselves in the Royal Rumble. I mean, she saw an opportunity and she took it.”
Rodriguez acknowledged Liv Morgan’s superior experience in the Royal Rumble environment. Morgan’s familiarity with the event gave her a strategic edge, which influenced her decision to eliminate Rodriguez at that crucial moment.
“She has the most experience out of all of us that are in the Royal Rumble. She’s been in almost every single one. I believe this was only my third one.”
Though Liv’s timing surprised her, Rodriguez admitted she was caught up in the excitement of removing Rhea Ripley with a Tejana Bomb, believing the success was a shared accomplishment.
“Maybe I got a little overzealous about Tejana bombing Rhea out of Royal Rumble. That was so much fun. I was so excited. And she did step on my thunder a little bit when she eliminated me. I think that’s where the initial shock came from because I was like, whoa. Like, this was a win for both of us.”
Moving Forward: Focus Beyond the Royal Rumble
Despite the surprise and emotional intensity surrounding the elimination, Raquel Rodriguez emphasized that she is not harboring any ill feelings toward Liv Morgan. Instead, she is eager to progress and direct her energy toward upcoming challenges, specifically the Elimination Chamber event.
“But overall, yeah, I’ve kind of pushed past that, moving on. And we’re looking at bigger and better things, which is Elimination Chamber. That’s where my sights are set right now.”
Highlighting the Loyalty Behind the Scenes
The deeper bond between Rodriguez and Morgan became evident when Raquel reflected on the support she received during her absence from WWE due to health issues. She revealed that Liv Morgan consistently checked on her, illustrating a strong connection beyond the ring.
“Out of everyone, she was checking on me the most. She was sending me stuff to my house. She would call me. There were so many moments where I wasn’t sure if I was ever going to come back.”
Rodriguez made it clear that one moment of competitive conflict on pay-per-view does not define their relationship.
“I can’t really hold anything against her. And especially again, the Royal Rumble, it’s every woman for themselves. So she was doing what she was doing.”
Putting the Incident into Perspective
The on-screen tension created by the elimination was part of the competitive nature of the Royal Rumble rather than a personal betrayal. Raquel Rodriguez views the event as business-driven competition, aiming at future opportunities rather than dwelling on past drama. With the Elimination Chamber approaching, her focus is sharp and determined.
Fans remain divided on whether Liv Morgan’s decision was a strategic necessity or a breach of loyalty. As WWE audiences await upcoming events, the evolving dynamics between these athletes continue to garner strong interest.
