Fans were left stunned when Stephanie Vaquer defeated Giulia in the main event of WWE NXT Roadblock, walking away as a double champion. Now, the real reason behind Giulias sudden title loss has been revealedand it has nothing to do with creative direction.
According to Bryan Alvarez of Wrestling Observer Live, Giulia is dealing with two separate issues that forced WWEs hand in making the title switch.
So Giulia there are two things going on. There is some minor, I was told, visa issue, Alvarez reported. And theres also an injury, which is listed internally as undisclosed.
The decision to book the title vs. title match at Roadblock initially raised eyebrows. Many fans questioned why WWE would rush into such a high-stakes bout with minimal buildup instead of saving it for a major PLE. Now, it appears the answer is simpleGiulia needed time off.
With both a visa situation and an undisclosed injury affecting her status, WWE moved quickly to get the title off her, ensuring the NXT Womens Championship remained active on television while Giulia takes the necessary time to recover.
Vaquers victory wasnt just a major moment in NXT historyit was a direct result of WWE having to pivot due to Giulias unexpected setbacks.
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