Mercedes Moné is digging her heels in when it comes to the title collector storyline she showcased throughout 2025.
At one point in 2025, Mercedes Moné held 13 championships at the same time. Breaking the impressive record once held by Ultimo Dragon. While Moné collecting championships all over the globe was exciting for many, several detractors didn’t see the point in what the AEW star was trying to accomplish. Now, The CEO has decided to fire back in a very unique way.
In the latest issue of the MonéMag, Mercedes Moné wrote about surpassing Ultimo Dragon’s record and delivered a very specific response to the critics over what she’s done this year.
“Breaking Ultimo Dragon’s record and becoming 13 Belts Moné was one of the greatest accomplishments of my life—and it was not easy,” Mercedes Moné wrote. “I defended championships across multiple countries, against countless opponents, on every stage imaginable. I didn’t just break the record—I smashed it and made it global.
“Whether I was wrestling in front of 500 people or 5,000, I gave everything I had as a fighting champion and an even hungrier competitor. This body of work defines my legacy. Why would I acknowledge the critics? The goal is shown. It’s been shown. And for the people that can’t see it, it’s on them.”
Mercedes Moné reveals the matches that defined her year
Elsewhere in the MonéMag, The CEO revealed the matches that defined her 2025.
“One of my favorite matches of 2025 was Mercedes Moné vs. Toni Storm at All In: Texas,” Mercedes wrote. “From the gear to the entrance to the sheer spectacle—it was one of the greatest moments of my career. Standing across the ring from Toni, who radiates charisma, chaos, and light, made the entire experience electric.
“Mercedes Moné vs. Athena in Boston was another standout. Opening AEW Summer Breakthrough against someone I’d wanted to wrestle for a long time was incredibly special. We brought out the best in each other—but that was only a preview of what we’re capable of together. I can’t wait to run it back.
“My trilogy with Kris Statlander, capped off at Full Gear, is something I’ll always be proud of. If you ask me which match was my favorite, I honestly couldn’t tell you—so I’ll just say this: watch them in this order—3, 1, 2. Kris survived the Moné Train and gave me some of the best matches of my career.”
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