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Former WWE, AEW Star Mercedes Martinez Retires From In-Ring Competition After Injury

AUGUST 28, 2026 · 1 MIN READ

Mercedes Martinez has announced her immediate retirement after sustaining an injury, with the former AEW and WWE star suffering an ACL tear.

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