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TKO President Mark Shapiro has addressed the decision to run WWE WrestleMania in Las Vegas for two consecutive years, suggesting "maybe it's a mistake." Shapiro commented on the company's choice to hold the event in the same city back-to-back.
A backstage report reveals that WWE had alternate creative plans for WrestleMania 42. According to the report, these alternate plans contributed to the marquee show receiving a mixed reaction.
During Monday's episode of "Raw", several WWE Superstars including Charlotte Flair and The Miz were announced for meet and greets at the UFC Freedom 250 fan fest next month.
Stephanie McMahon has revealed details about her trademark WWE slap, sharing what she would do that clearly indicated she was about to slap someone. McMahon explained the secret behind how to tell when she was preparing to deliver one of her signature slaps during WWE programming.
Chelsea Green revealed her first look at her role as Shelby Hughes in Blue Ridge season 2, confirming the new season premieres July 19 on INSP TV. The former Women's United States Champion thanked the cast, crew, and filmmaker Gary Wheeler for what she called "a perfect introduction to tv" acting. Green had previously announced joining the series in October 2024, sharing behind-the-scenes photos from her first day of filming.
WWE has confirmed the lineup of Superstars appearing at the UFC Freedom 250 Fan Fest on June 13-14 in Washington, D.C., with Charlotte Flair, The Miz, Trick Williams, Chelsea Green, The Usos, Tiffany Stratton, and Bron Breakker scheduled for meet-and-greets. The fan fest will take place at The Ellipse outside the White House during the same weekend as UFC Freedom 250, with free tickets available through a random draw. Michael Cole announced the WWE participation during Monday Night RAW, promoting the crossover event under the TKO umbrella.
Brock Lesnar made a surprise return on the May 18, 2026 episode of WWE RAW, where he answered Oba Femi's open challenge and laid out the powerhouse star. Wrestling personality Missy Hyatt responded by blasting Lesnar on Twitter, mocking his return while referencing his alleged connection to the ongoing Janel Grant trafficking lawsuit involving former WWE executives. The return has set up a potential match between Lesnar and Oba Femi for WWE Clash in Italy on May 31.
Blake Monroe expressed being "heartbroken" over Asuka's uncertain WWE status and admitted she hopes to wrestle "The Empress of Tomorrow" someday despite reports suggesting Asuka may be stepping away from wrestling. Monroe praised Asuka as "one of the best women's wrestlers in the world" and credited her with elevating both NXT's women's division and WWE's main roster throughout her career. The comments come after Asuka's emotional farewell moments following WWE Backlash and reports that WWE sources are describing her as "semi-retired" while she returns to Japan for family matters.
Paige sent a "we are missing you" message to Nikki Bella, who is currently sidelined with an injury. Paige continues to team with Brie Bella as the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions during Nikki's absence.
Finn Balor has expressed that he wants to continue wrestling in WWE but has regrets about being absent from his family. The wrestler discussed having conflicted feelings about his career while considering what else he can accomplish in wrestling.
Blake Monroe has addressed recent praise she received from WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry following her main roster call-up. Henry made comments about Monroe, which she has now responded to by reflecting on being called "a wrestlers' wrestler."
Brock Lesnar made a surprise return on the May 18 episode of WWE RAW, attacking Oba Femi with multiple F5s during Femi's open challenge before their match could begin. Paul Heyman revealed that Lesnar has signed a contract for a rematch against Femi at WWE Clash in Paris on May 31, with only Femi's signature needed to make the match official. Following the show, Heyman took to social media, posting "Oh, did I forget to mention that BRRRRRRRRRRRROCK LESNAR decided to do something about Oba Femi? My apologies. It must have slipped my mind!"