Naomi isnt dodging the pastshes owning it. Fresh off her huge victory at WWE Money in the Bank, the new briefcase holder addressed her infamous 2022 WWE walkout for the first time in front of the cameras and made it clear shes back with a purpose.
During the post-show panel, Naomi reflected on how that walkout, which she took alongside Sasha Banks (now AEWs Mercedes Mon), completely reshaped her mindset. The two were WWE Womens Tag Team Champions at the time but left after a dispute backstage over how they were being handledreportedly handing their titles to then-Talent Relations EVP John Laurinaitis on their way out. Now, Naomi says the time away was necessary for her evolution.
Naomis statement came just moments after Becky Lynch, now the new WWE Womens Intercontinental Champion, took a shot at her during the post-show press conferencesuggesting Naomi walked out on her and should think twice before trying to cash in her Money in the Bank contract.
Lynch revealed the sting was personalher daughter, watching from the front row for the first time, was rooting for Naomi.
Naomi didnt waste time firing back with a direct warning to Lynchand every woman holding gold in WWE.
Naomis win came against a stacked lineup that included veterans like Rhea Ripley and Alexa Bliss, as well as recent main roster call-ups Roxanne Perez, Giulia, and Stephanie Vaquer. Meanwhile, Lynch won her title after pinning Lyra Valkyriaonly to get dropped with a suplex and Nightwing post-match.
This wasnt just a win for Naomiit was a message. She left WWE when she didnt feel valued. Now, shes returned with a contract in hand and a chip on her shoulder.
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