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WWE Raw: Tag Champs Celebrate, Drama Unfolds Ahead of Matches

1/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On January 12, 2026, Raw from Düsseldorf opens with Rhea Ripley (WWE Superstar) and Iyo Sky (WWE Superstar), the new women's tag champions, discussing their victory.
Raquel Rodriguez will address her attack on Women's World Champion Stephanie Vaquer, targeting her injured ankle.
Gunther will face AJ Styles for the first time after a heated exchange last week.
Austin Theory and Bronson Reed will face Penta and Dragon Lee.

History

Historical Context

The WWF Women's Tag Team Championship debuted in 1983, allowing female wrestlers like Velvet McIntyre and Princess Victoria to compete in a male-dominated sport. After being abandoned in 1989 due to a lack of participants, the championship was revived in 2019, reflecting the growing prominence of women in wrestling. Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky's recent victory underscores this ongoing evolution.

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Story summary

On January 12, 2026, Raw from Düsseldorf opens with Rhea Ripley (WWE Superstar) and Iyo Sky (WWE Superstar), the new women's tag champions, discussing their victory.
Raquel Rodriguez will address her attack on Women's World Champion Stephanie Vaquer, targeting her injured ankle.
Gunther will face AJ Styles for the first time after a heated exchange last week.
Austin Theory and Bronson Reed will face Penta and Dragon Lee.

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