Ronda Rousey reflects on WWE career andTriple H’s impact

WEB DESK: Ronda Rousey discussed her experiences in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), contrasting her time under Vince McMahon with the current leadership of Triple H.

Rousey, renowned for her judo prowess, became the youngest gold medalist at the World Junior Judo Championships at 17. She even earned a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

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The professional wrestler transitioned to the WWE soon after. Rousey left an indelible mark during Vince McMahon era, quickly rising to prominence.

She headlined WrestleMania where she won the women’s title and set a precedent as one of the first female wrestlers to headline the event.

In a recent interview, Ronda Rousey expressed a preference for working under Triple H, praising his leadership style. She noted that her brief return to WWE last year was influenced by reports about Triple H’s management.

“I wish my time in WWE had coincided with the Triple H era,” she said. “Triple H always supported me, and I’ve heard remarkable things about how he manages WWE.”

Rousey also discussed her “connection” to “wrestling” and why so many like wrestling. She explained that despite the rigorous preparation and stress, the experience of performing in the ring is unmatched.

“Being in the ring makes you forget all the stress and anxiety,” she explained. “The thrill of engaging with the crowd and living the story is incomparable. That’s why many wrestlers become so dedicated, even to the detriment of their bodies.”

Ronda Rousey participated in WrestleMania 35, where she, Becky Lynch, and Charlotte Flair made history as the first women to headline the event. The wrestler shared how despite losing her title to Lynch and facing her first pinfall defeat, she believed the match was a natural progression due to the storyline’s momentum.

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“It felt like we were destined to headline that event,” she said. “The WWE Universe and we ourselves made it inevitable, and the company had no choice but to support it.”