Mercedes Mone's Rising Stardom in Women’s Wrestling
Mercedes Mone is continuing to solidify her place as one of the top stars in women’s wrestling. She currently holds the AEW TBS Championship and also carries belts from promotions including RevPro, CMLL, and Discovery Wrestling.
Goals and Inspirations
Speaking at the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door press conference, Mone said her goal is to raise the profile of women’s wrestling worldwide and to make people care about the sport. She credited AEW with providing opportunities to pursue that ambition and to compete against talent she once only dreamed of facing.
Legacy and Impact
Mone emphasized the importance of leaving a lasting legacy and helping younger performers get noticed. She recounted meeting numerous women who told her her matches inspired them to become wrestlers, and she highlighted the decade anniversary of her Brooklyn bout as a turning point for many aspiring athletes.
Forbidden Door Match and Broader Efforts
At Forbidden Door, Mercedes defended the TBS title in a four-way match against Persephone, Bozilla, and Alex Windsor. Her appearance and comments were part of a broa...