WWE will be running the Mae Young Classic for the second year in a row. This will tape on August 7th and 8th at Full Sail University. A recent rumor suggested that WWE has already begun to contact female talent for the tournament.
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So who will be participating?
Dave Meltzer in the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter reported that Toni Storm had recently signed a deal with WWE. She seems like a pretty good candidate to participate. She made it to the semi-finals last year, losing to Kairi Sane.
Mike Johnson of PWInsider recently speculated on a few names who he thinks could be involved. Here is what he said:
“I really think Piper Niven made a hell of an impression last year. How WWE hasn’t signed her I am amazed at. Toni Storm is an obvious pick. I’d also like to see Lacey Evans and Vanessa Borne get another crack at the tournament. Serena Deeb returning again to me, is also a no brainer“
Also, Casey of Squared Circle Sirens teases that there have been some exciting names who have been contacted for the tournament. No specific names mentioned though:
They are and the names are so exciting!! https://t.co/taqeMwQFCi
— casey michael (@ifyouseekcasey) May 25, 2018
This is just rumor and speculation at the moment so take with a grain of salt. Who do you want to see participate in the tournament?