Mercedes Mone Reflects on Long Wrestling Matches

Mercedes Mone, the current AEW TBS Champion, shared reflections on her long wrestling matches, particularly her Iron Woman match against Charlotte Flair at WWE Roadblock in 2016, which lasted about 42 minutes. Inspired by MJF and Will Ospreay's recent nearly 60-minute match at AEW Dynamite 250, Mone emphasized the physical and mental challenges of lengthy bouts, stating, "Every time I was done, the only thing I wanted to do was to do more." She praised Charlotte's stamina, noting, "In addition to the storytelling and wrestling, you need someone with stamina – or at least I do — and Charlotte has it and then some." Mone is set to defend her TBS Championship against Dr. Britt Baker at AEW All In on August 25. Her insights provide a glimpse into the rigors of long-form wrestling and the preparation involved, including extensive cardio training. As the wrestling world anticipates her upcoming title defense, the dynamics of long matches continue to spark discussions among fans.