Athena says she lived up to her nickname.
ROH Women's World Champion Athena competed at STARDOM New Year Dream and the STARDOM New Year Stars event. At STARDOM New Year Stars Night Three, she successfully defended her ROH Women's World Championship against Thekla.
In her post-match comments, Athena reflected on her tour with STARDOM.
"I am very sad to go because I love Japan, and I love STARDOM. It’s very difficult for me to leave because I’ve had so much fun here, and it has reawakened my passion, not only as a fighting champion, but as a wrestler who’s been doing this for almost 20 years. Normally, in America, no one sees me cry, never. I’m tough. But this is very special, this is my dream, and I finally got to come here. Hopefully, I can come back and compete in front of the most amazing fans, with the most amazing women from around the world, so STARDOM, you will see me again. The Fallen Goddess, the American Joshi, the Minion Overlord, the inspiration to every women’s division, but most importantly today, I finally lived up to my nickname of the American Joshi. Thank you, STARDOM. Thank you, everyone. I will see you again soon," Athena said.
As of this writing, it is not known when Athena will return to STARDOM.
Athena has challenged Thekla to a rematch in the United States. More information is available here.
Click here to see what Athena had to say about potentially wrestling in AEW.
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