Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Raquel Rodriguez (wrestler)

How Raquel Rodriguez (wrestler) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Raquel Rodriguez, formerly Victoria González, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE's Raw brand. A member of The Judgment Day, she is the current WWE Women's Tag Team Champion alongside Liv Morgan, marking their record-setting fourth reign as a team and her record-setting fifth reign individually. Prior to her main roster success, she was a one-time NXT Women's Champion and a record-tying two-time and the inaugural NXT Women's Tag Team Champion, showcasing her achievements and prominence in WWE.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

June 3, 2016: Professional Wrestling Debut

On June 3, 2016, Victoria González made her professional wrestling debut at an event held by River City Wrestling, teaming with Claudia del Solis in a tag team match.

June 2016: Independent Circuit Debut

In June 2016, González started her professional wrestling career on the independent circuit, following in her father's footsteps.

October 2016: Signs with WWE

In October 2016, González signed with WWE and reported to the WWE Performance Center, marking a significant step in her professional wrestling career.

October 25, 2016: Signed with WWE

On October 25, 2016, González signed with WWE and reported to the WWE Performance Center, marking a significant step in her career.

January 20, 2017: In-Ring Debut at NXT Live Event

On January 20, 2017, Victoria González made her in-ring debut at an NXT live event, participating in a 12-woman battle royal under her birth name.

2017: NXT Debut

In 2017, González debuted for WWE's developmental brand, NXT, performing under her real name, marking her first appearances within the company.

2018: Mae Young Classic Tournament

In 2018, Reina González competed again in the Mae Young Classic tournament, but was eliminated in the first round by Kacy Catanzaro.

February 16, 2020: NXT TakeOver: Portland

On February 16, 2020, at NXT TakeOver: Portland, Raquel González interfered in a match between Dakota Kai and Tegan Nox, establishing herself as a heel.

January 6, 2021: Defeats Rhea Ripley in Last Woman Standing Match

On January 6, 2021, at New Year's Evil, Raquel González defeated Rhea Ripley in a Last Woman Standing match, ending their feud.

April 7, 2021: Wins NXT Women's Championship

On April 7, 2021, at NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver, Raquel González defeated Io Shirai to become the new NXT Women's Champion, marking a significant achievement in her career.

2021: Inaugural NXT Women's Tag Team Champion

In early 2021, Raquel Rodriguez and Dakota Kai won the inaugural Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, becoming the inaugural NXT Women's Tag Team Champions.

January 4, 2022: NXT Women's Championship Triple Threat Match

On January 4, 2022, at New Year's Evil, Raquel González failed to regain the NXT Women's title in a triple threat match, with Mandy Rose retaining.

April 2022: Moves to SmackDown

In April 2022, Raquel Rodriguez moved to the main roster on the SmackDown brand and her ring name changed to Raquel Rodriguez.

January 28, 2023: Royal Rumble Appearance

On January 28, 2023, Raquel Rodriguez entered her first Royal Rumble match at the titular event, eliminating Nia Jax, Lacey Evans, and Piper Niven before being eliminated by Rhea Ripley.