"I should've been there three years ago, but I was released" - Chelsea Green recalls tough WWE journey after monumental win
WWE star Chelsea Green is the new Women's United States Champion. She won the title this week at Saturday Night's Main Event.
Green made it through a hard-fought battle in the finals of the tournament against Michin this week. She vanquished her opponent with the Unprettier for the three count, becoming the first ever Women's United States Champion.
During an exclusive interview with WWE correspondent Byron Saxton, Chelsea Green hilariously addressed him as Bryan throughout the discussion. She said that her efforts should have been recognized long ago, but instead, she was released. Chelsea even recalled not being hired by the company back in 2015. However, she clarified that it was in the past and that it was her time to shine now.
"I would say duh. I'm in the history books where I belong. I should've been there three years ago, but I was released. I should have been there in 2015, but I wasn't hired. But now's the time Bryan. Now is the freaking time." [1:15 - 1:30]
Chelsea Green said she worked hard for 10 years
During the same conversation, Chelsea Green claimed she wasn't surprised by the win, even if he was. The star mentioned that she had been preparing for this moment for a decade, and now it was finally her time.
"Well Bryan, I always knew this was gonna happen. So I know you're surprised and that's so cute. But I'm not. I've been doing this for 10 years. I've worked my entire life to be an overnight success and this is my time. This is my night. Red, white, and green," Chelsea said.
Later, Triple H congratulated the inaugural Women's United States Champion, claiming she deserved the honor of being the first to wear the title around the waist.
It will be interesting to see what lies ahead for the new champion in the coming months.
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