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Rhea Ripley retained her SmackDown Women's title against Natalya at a WWE live event in White Plains, NY. After the match, Ripley whispered something in Natalya's ear, which was caught on camera. Natalya had cut a promo before their match at Night of Champions, expressing her confidence and determination to earn Ripley's respect. However, she was squashed in just 69 seconds. Ripley later revealed that it was a birthday present for Natalya.
Rhea Ripley retains her SmackDown Women's Title against Zelina Vega in her hometown of San Juan, Puerto Rico, despite Vega's emotional entrance with a giant Puerto Rican flag and a chancla from her mother. Ripley's power proved too much for Vega, who managed to hit a 619 and a second-rope Meteora before being defeated by a Riptide. Vega received a standing ovation from the crowd after the match.
Charlotte Flair is taking time off from WWE following her loss of the SmackDown Women's title to Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania 39. She informed WWE during the event and is said to be traveling with her husband, Andrade El Idolo. It is unclear how long the break will be, but she is not scheduled for this Friday's SmackDown. Flair had missed much of 2022 for her wedding and dental issues before returning in December and winning the SmackDown belt.
Charlotte Flair congratulated Rhea Ripley on winning the SmackDown Women's Title at WrestleMania 39 and thanked the fans, referee Jessika Carr, and producer Jason Jordan. Flair expressed pride in Ripley and her new championship.