At WrestleMania 41, John Cena made history by defeating Kody Rhodes to become a 17-time world champion, surpassing the record he once shared with Rick Flair. In a conversation with Takedown by Sports Illustrated, Charlotte Flair shared her thoughts on why she didn’t move her legendary father, Rick Flair, down the ranks.
She said, “Records are meant to be broken. I can’t speak for my dad, but in this case, I believe John was always destined to break it.”
Cena’s win not only set a new record but also marked the pinnacle of an extraordinary career that is set to conclude this year. Charlotte expressed her gratitude for witnessing the achievement of “Seventeen” firsthand.
Reflecting on Cena’s impact, she stated, “Considering what John Cena has meant to the wrestling industry and to me personally as a performer, I don’t view this as a sad moment. That record has endured for a very long time.”
Currently, Charlotte Flair holds 14 world championships, tying her with Randy Orton as one of the most accomplished active WWE stars with the potential to rival or surpass Cena’s 17 titles. Although it has been some time since she last won a championship, she is eager to add more to her impressive collection.
Fan Take: This milestone highlights a pivotal moment in WWE history where legends are celebrated while new stars rise. For fans, Cena’s achievement and Charlotte’s ambition signal an exciting future filled with intense competition and legacy-building moments in WWE.
