History of Raquel Rodriguez (wrestler) in Timeline

Raquel Rodriguez, formerly known as Victoria González, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE's Raw brand. A member of The Judgment Day, she is currently a record-setting three-time WWE Women's Tag Team Champion alongside Liv Morgan, marking her fourth individual reign and tying a record. Prior to her main roster success, she was a one-time NXT Women's Champion and a two-time NXT Women's Tag Team Champion, including being one of the inaugural champions.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 12, 1991: Victoria González Born

On January 12, 1991, Victoria González, who would later be known as Raquel Rodriguez, was born. She is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE.

2013: Transfers to Sam Houston State University

In 2013, González transferred to Sam Houston State University to continue her collegiate basketball career and earn her bachelor's degree in Mass Communication.

June 3, 2016: Professional Wrestling Debut

On June 3, 2016, Victoria González made her professional wrestling debut at a River City Wrestling event, teaming with Claudia del Solis in a losing effort.

June 2016: Independent Circuit Debut

In June 2016, González began her professional wrestling career on the independent circuit, following in the footsteps of her father, Rick González.

October 2016: Signs with WWE

In October 2016, González signed with WWE and began performing under her real name at the WWE Performance Center.

October 25, 2016: Signed with WWE

On October 25, 2016, González signed with WWE and reported to the WWE Performance Center.

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.

2017: NXT Debut

In early 2017, González debuted for WWE's developmental brand, NXT, performing under her real name.

2018: Second Mae Young Classic Tournament

In 2018, Reina González competed again in the Mae Young Classic tournament, where she was once again eliminated in the first round.

February 16, 2020: NXT TakeOver: Portland Interference

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

2020: Ring Name Change

In early 2020, her ring name changed to Raquel González.

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: NXT Women's Champion

On April 7, 2021, at NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver, Raquel González defeated Io Shirai to become the new NXT Women's Champion.

2021: Inaugural NXT Women's Tag Team Champion

In early 2021, she and Dakota Kai won the inaugural Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, then 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 Championship in a triple threat match also involving Cora Jade, who Mandy Rose pinned to retain the title.

April 2022: Main Roster Debut on SmackDown

In April 2022, González moved to the main roster on the SmackDown brand, with 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, eliminating Nia Jax, Lacey Evans, and Piper Niven before being eliminated by Rhea Ripley.