Stephanie Vaquer Isn't Focused On The Past, Highlights Favorite Part Of The United States
Stephanie Vaquer is focused on the present.
WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard spoke with Stephanie Vaquer, who was asked if there's a match or moment she would like fans to focus on more. 'La Primera' said she's not actually looking back at her past, but wants to focus on what she's doing in WWE now.
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'I have felt many people support me for a long time. And American people really know about wrestling, so many people know about my career before [I arrived in NXT]. And now, for me, the present is more important. So, my present is WWE. I work hard for a long year and now, I'm here [as champion]. So, the focus is in the present.'
Stephanie Vaquer also commented on her favorite part of being in the United States. She said it was actually being welcomed by the US citizens.
'Here, people are really kind. [They've been] really good with me and help me a lot. I really feel at home here in America. So, I'm so happy to be here,' Stephanie Vaquer said.
Watch our full interview with Stephanie Vaquer below:
Booker T is proud to be wrong about Stephanie Vaquer
Stephanie Vaquer made her NXT in-ring debut on October 15th, 2024. La Primera has seen nothing but success. She is the first female to hold the NXT Women's World and North American Championships at the same time. Recently, Booker T told Denise Salcedo that he initially did not believe that Vaquer would be the top star in NXT. However, Vaquer pushed herself and has done a great job.
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'But it's not for me, though, it's not for me. It's for Stephanie. It's to shine some light on her. Because she's so, she's so freaking awesome. You know what I mean? She's such a great talent. And she's doing such a great job in NXT. I didn't see her being the one. I thought it was going to be Giulia, you know, Zaria, one of those.
'But seemed like Stephanie Vaquer just slid in there, man. And she's done such a great job as far as her in-ring performance as well as her entertainment value as well. And I just appreciate as well as we did the Bad Bunny theme together. So, she's such a cool person, yeah,' Booker T said.
Read More: Booker T Explains His Goal For Making Sound Effects During Stephanie Vaquer Matches
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