Rhea Ripley Breaks Character to Reveal the Reason Behind Looking Up to Charlotte Flair: “She Was the One”

Charlotte Flair has earned numerous plaudits for her spectacular physique. The Queen’s muscular frame set an example for girls around the world. Recently, Rhea Ripley confessed her immense adulation towards Flair’s work. After all, Ripley took Flair as an example and developed a terrific muscular frame herself and recently talked about how she looked up to her WrestleMania 39 opponent.

Rhea Ripley looked up to Charlotte Flair

In a recent episode of AEs Biography: WWE Legends, Rhea Ripley spoke about how she always supported her WrestleMania rival, Charlotte Flair, during her early years. The Queen appeared on a lot of magazine covers, flaunting her unique, muscular build.

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Charlotte Flair sowed the seeds of becoming a strong wrestler into the mind of a young Demi Bennet. “She was the one that I gravitated towards… because of the bigger frame,” Ripley said, and compared each other’s builds saying, “we’ve got muscle.”

The Judgment Day member heralded Charlotte Flair’s bold effort to promote an important message among her fans. Ripley added, “I think it’s very important to show (your strength). That’s feminine as well.”

Moreover, Flair set an example with her broad shoulders and unique body type, which set a goal for women to aspire to. Bennett herself followed suit and built quite an impressive body, inspired by The Queen.

Therefore, ‘Mami’ seems to have a great impression of her upcoming WrestleMania opponent. Recently, even The Queen had kind words about a member of The Judgment Day.

Charlotte Flair praised Dominik Mysterio, ignoring their ongoing rivalry

Recently, Charlotte Flair broke her character to praise Dominik Mysterio’s efforts into becoming a successful heel. Fans slowly grew to appreciate Dom’s character, which drew The Queen’s attention. She commented, “I’m so proud of him, and I think he is absolutely killing it. And I mean I can’t wait to see where his career goes. I just, it’s a matter of allowing someone to grow and he has, and give him the space.”

The 14-time women’s champion is proud of the young talent on offer at WWE. However, her upcoming opponent Rhea Ripley might not go easy on her, despite this compliment. Fans can’t wait to see them clash at WrestleMania 39.

Who do you think will come out on top at WrestleMania 39 between The Queen and Mami? Let us know in the comments.

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