Stephanie Vaquer, the WWE Women’s World Champion, has been featured prominently in a storyline highlighting her ankle injury. While the injury is genuine, new information reveals that the damage is actually less serious than the severity portrayed in WWE programming. Recently, Vaquer’s ongoing rivalry with Raquel Rodriguez has included numerous aggressive attacks focused on the injured ankle, creating dramatic tension on WWE television.
Details on Vaquer’s Condition and Upcoming Match Uncertainty
According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, Vaquer’s ankle problem is real but considered minor by WWE officials. He emphasized that the extent of the injury shown on WWE TV exaggerates the actual condition. Initially, a match between Vaquer and Rodriguez was planned within the next two weeks. However, there is now doubt about whether Vaquer will receive medical clearance in time to participate as scheduled.
Despite this uncertainty, the expectation remains that the championship match will take place once Vaquer has been officially cleared to wrestle. Meltzer noted that while no exact date for her return has been given, he has heard the clearance could come relatively soon.
WWE’s Ongoing Storyline Development Amid Injury
The angle involving Vaquer’s ankle injury continued on the recent episode of Raw, where Rodriguez escalated the feud by stealing the Women’s World Championship and striking Vaquer’s injured ankle with the belt. WWE has not yet announced a confirmed date for the title match, but updates are anticipated as Vaquer’s health status evolves.
Implications for WWE and Vaquer’s Future in the Ring
This injury situation highlights WWE’s blend of real physical challenges with scripted storylines, adding complexity to Vaquer’s role as champion. The relatively minor nature of the injury may allow for a quicker return, but cautious medical evaluation remains essential for her safe comeback. Fans and officials alike await further developments on when Vaquer will resume competition and defend her championship against Rodriguez.
“Vaquer’s ankle issue is very real, but it is considered minor internally. Meltzer noted that the severity being portrayed on WWE TV is greater than the actual injury itself.” ?Dave Meltzer, Wrestling Observer Radio
“The expectation is that the match will still happen as soon as Vaquer is cleared to return to in-ring competition.” ?Dave Meltzer, Wrestling Observer Radio
