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WWE Women's Championship

Current: Rhea Ripley Won April 19, 2026 Injured; interim being crowned As of July 26, 2026

Rhea Ripley is the reigning WWE Women's Champion, having won the SmackDown brand title at WrestleMania 42 on April 19, 2026. She is currently injured, and rather than vacate the belt, WWE is crowning its first-ever interim WWE Women's Champion at SummerSlam 2026. The title, established in 2016 as the SmackDown Women's Championship, first belonged to Charlotte Flair.

First-ever interim title

SummerSlam 2026 ladder match

With Rhea Ripley injured, WWE is crowning its first interim WWE Women's Champion in a ladder match at SummerSlam 2026. The title was not vacated. Confirmed qualifiers so far are Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill.

Notable Reigns

Charlotte Flair2016Inaugural SmackDown Women's Champion, the first holder of the brand title
BayleyWon October 2019A 380-day reign, the longest of the title
Rhea Ripley (current, injured)WrestleMania 42, Apr 19, 2026Reign continues on paper while an interim champion is crowned

FAQ

Who is the current WWE Women's Champion?

Rhea Ripley holds the title as of July 26, 2026. She won it at WrestleMania 42 on April 19, 2026, and is currently injured. The title has not been vacated.

Why is WWE crowning an interim Women's Champion?

Because Rhea Ripley is injured, WWE is crowning its first-ever interim champion in a ladder match at SummerSlam 2026. Confirmed qualifiers include Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill.

Who was the inaugural SmackDown Women's Champion?

Charlotte Flair, when the brand title was established in 2016.

Who had the longest reign with the title?

Bayley, with a 380-day reign that began in October 2019.

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