At the WWE Wrestlepalooza event, Stephanie Vaquer secured the Women’s World Championship despite struggling with a serious illness in the weeks leading up to the match. WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque shared this update during the post-show press conference, shedding light on Vaquer’s health challenges and their impact on her recent appearances.
Behind the Scenes: Health Issues Affecting Vaquer’s Wrestlepalooza Build
Levesque detailed how Vaquer’s illness contributed to an unusual build for her title showdown with IYO SKY, stating:
“I’ll let everybody in on a behind-the-scenes secret with Stephanie. In the last few weeks, Stephanie has been very sick. I don’t know all the details of what the flu-type thing going on, but she was very sick. It’s why she missed TV and why there was an odd build to it. She was able to feel well enough and get cleared medically to compete tonight.”
– Paul Levesque, WWE Chief Content Officer
Despite missing television time due to this health setback, Vaquer was medically cleared to compete and delivered a strong performance, defeating SKY to claim her first major singles title on WWE’s main roster.
Rapid Rise to the Top of Raw’s Women’s Division
Vaquer’s championship victory caps a swift ascent in WWE, having recently earned a No. 1 contender spot at the Evolution Premium Live Event. Although her health-related absences limited her storyline interactions with SKY, her Wrestlepalooza triumph firmly establishes her as a leading competitor on Raw’s women’s roster. This win marks a significant milestone in her career progression.
Upcoming Championship Challenges Await
Following her breakthrough, Vaquer already faces a credible threat to her title. Rhea Ripley has publicly declared her intent to challenge Vaquer for the Women’s World Championship, setting the stage for a high-stakes rivalry. This looming contest promises to be Vaquer’s first major title defense and a critical test of her reign going forward.
