What was probably a good feeling in AEW this year, Queen Aminata dethroned Persephone two weeks ago at AEW Fright Night Dynamite to become the new AEW TBS Champion.. It was a celebration and an opportunity for Aminata to bring back her YouTube vlog after a few months of hiatus. In a seven-minute videoAminata reacted to her title shot in real time, including revealing that she was caught off guard by winning the title soon after.
“Honestly, I did not expect to win today,” said Aminata. “I was expecting to have this match and maybe have another PPV structure. But I think everything happens for a reason and this, I couldn’t think of a better way to win this belt than Dynamite against Persephone.
“I can’t believe I’m saying this. I’m a champion. I’m the champion in AEW after five years. Five years of believing in myself, working hard, putting in extra work even when no one is watching, just going out there and giving it my best, giving it my all. Win or lose, I’ve always wanted to put myself out there so you know he’s doing his best.
Aminata was overcome with emotion in between brief behind-the-scenes footage of her victory, breaking down in tears several times as she recalled: his late father and how he would like to see him succeed as a professional wrestler. He dedicated the win to her and had a message for all those who have supported him on his journey thus far.
“I thank everyone for all the joy, love, messages, comments, reposts,” said Aminata. “Thank you very much and I promise you that I will continue to work hard. I’m going to be a big champion, a juicy champion. A very, very juicy champion. Thanks AEW, thanks TK.”
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