Olympic gold medalist Tamyra Mensah-Stock made her WWE in-ring debut this evening in Orlando, FL, competing against Wren Sinclair in a match taped for the NXT Level Up digital series before the July 2 NXT episode.
Tamyra Mensah-Stock is performing under the ring name Tyra Mae Steele in WWE.
Mensah-Stock, who clinched a gold medal in wrestling for Team USA at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021), dominated the 68kg women’s freestyle wrestling category, triumphing over Nigeria’s Blessing Oborududu in the final. Her Olympic success captivated many, including WWE.
In 2023, she made the significant leap from amateur wrestling to professional wrestling by signing with WWE, marking the start of her journey in sports entertainment.
As Tamyra Mensah-Stock, now known as Tyra Mae Steele, makes her highly anticipated transition from Olympic gold medalist to WWE superstar, fans are excited to witness her journey unfold in the world of sports entertainment.
What are your thoughts on Tamyra Mensah-Stock, now known as Tyra Mae Steele, making her WWE in-ring debut? How do you think her Olympic wrestling background will influence her performance in WWE, and what are your expectations for her career in sports entertainment? Share your opinions and excitement in the comments below!