In the cutthroat world of WWE, dreams are made, shattered, and sometimes sarcastically swept under the ring. This week’s SmackDown was no exception as the Women’s United States Title Tournament began with fireworks and faceplants. The ambitious event saw B-Fab, Bayley, and Candice LeRae lock horns in a Triple Threat match that felt more like a wrestling soap opera than a bout for championship glory. Spoiler alert: Bayley’s shoulder was the only one raised at the end.
Bayley’s Big Win and Bigger Words
Bayley, also known as “The Role Model” (and sometimes “Queen of Sarcasm”), did what she does best—win and gloat. Fresh off securing her spot in the next round, she decided to sprinkle some unsolicited life advice for her 33-year-old opponent, B-Fab, who was left nursing her dreams (and likely a sore ego) after the loss.
Taking to X/Twitter, Bayley got all nostalgic about her own tournament flop in NXT’s early days. “When we were introducing the first-ever @WWENXT Women’s Championship, I lost in the first round of the tournament. But fast forward all these years, and now people align that title with our match in Brooklyn. It wasn’t your night, but don’t mean it’s not meant for you. Only up,” she wrote.
Translation? “Sure, you lost, but hey, I lost once too—look at me now!” Motivational or a backhanded flex? You decide.
B-Fab’s Rough Night
For B-Fab, it was a case of so-close-yet-so-far. Despite her tenacity, she couldn’t outmaneuver Bayley, whose experience and cunning turned the match in her favor. The former Pride member poured her heart out on social media after the match, leading fans to flood her mentions with support, memes, and possibly unsolicited advice about how to counter Bayley’s wily tactics.
But let’s not write B-Fab off just yet. She’s shown she can take a loss and bounce back like a spring-loaded turnbuckle. After all, heartbreak is practically a rite of passage in WWE.
What’s Next in the Women’s U.S. Title Tournament?
While Bayley basks in her victory, the tournament rolls on with heavy hitters like Bianca Belair, Naomi, and Jade Cargill ready to throw down. Blair Davenport, an up-and-coming performer with a knack for surprising the crowd, could also shake things up.
But let’s not forget—WWE is nothing if not unpredictable. Bayley might have advanced, but in the world of scripted chaos, no one’s safe. She may want to keep an eye out for steel chairs, surprise alliances, or perhaps even a rogue ladder.
Will Bayley Go All the Way?
With her history of championship wins, Bayley has the credentials to become the inaugural Women’s United States Champion. But let’s be honest—her cockiness might just paint a target on her back. The other competitors are hungry, and nothing motivates wrestlers like the thought of knocking a loudmouth off her pedestal.
So, will Bayley’s road to glory be smooth, or will she crash into a table or two on her way? One thing’s for sure: this tournament is shaping up to be must-watch chaos, WWE-style.
Stay tuned, because in the WWE universe, anything can happen—including Bayley getting dunked on by the very rookies she just consoled.
