“Constantly getting her cheeks clapped”- Wrestling fans irate after Charlotte Flair stands tall over current WWE Champion on SmackDown ahead of their match at WrestleMania
Charlotte Flair destroys her WrestleMania opponent weeks before their anticipated showdown in Las Vegas for the Women's Championship.

Charlotte Flair (via WWE)
Charlotte Flair is set to take on Tiffany Stratton at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. While the match looks big on paper, WWE’s storytelling has been underwhelming. Once again, Flair showed up in the same fashion to beat down Stratton for another consecutive week. This repetitive booking has drawn criticism from fans, who feel the rivalry lacks depth and excitement.
The Buff Barbie went one-on-one with Piper Niven last night on SmackDown, securing a hard-fought victory. However, her celebration was short-lived as The Queen ambushed her from behind. The former Women’s Champion dragged the 25-year-old to the center of the ring and locked in her devastating Figure 8. The brutal hold left Stratton battered, adding yet another tough setback to her recent run.
The same repetitive segment has been playing out every week since Flair announced she would face Stratton at WrestleMania. While WWE had been booking The Center of the Universe strongly for a long time, her momentum has faded since her feud with Flair began. This lackluster storytelling has left fans questioning what WWE’s long-term plan is for the 25-year-old.
CHARLOTTE FLAIR WITH ONE OF THE BEST FIGURE-8 LEG LOCKS SHE'S EVER HIT, GOD DAMN 🔥🔥🔥#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/hAKRda6fqx
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) March 8, 2025
WWE fans have been eagerly waiting for a heated promo battle between Flair and Stratton ahead of WrestleMania. Instead, they’ve been getting the same repetitive segments week after week. Flair vs. Stratton is a high-stakes match with the potential to be a show-stealer at The Grandest Stage of Them All. It remains to be seen how WWE builds the story from here on the road to WrestleMania.
WWE Universe reacts to Charlotte Flair destroying Tiffany Stratton on SmackDown
The WWE Universe isn’t thrilled with how things are unfolding between Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair on SmackDown. Many fans took to social media to voice their frustration, with some speculating that this booking might be a sign of Stratton winning at WrestleMania. Others were disappointed that Flair’s iconic Figure 8 Lock was used in such an underwhelming feud.

Furthermore, fans also criticized Flair, accusing her of politicking her way into major storylines. While some took issue with her booking, others directed their comments toward her attire and appearance. From the wide spectrum of views, here are the top reactions of the fans on X:
So…. Is Tiffany winning?…. Because she is constantly getting her cheeks clapped
— Joey Too Smooth (@JoeyTooSmooth1) March 8, 2025
And she wasted it on a rivalry no one cares about
— Leo Drake (@Leo_Drake_15) March 8, 2025
Bruh. Da hell is she wearing tho. Ewww.
— AntDaviz27 (@I10Podcast_AJD) March 8, 2025
Tiffany is the new female version of Kofi
— Mr. Sparkle from Japan (@Mr_Sparkle444) March 8, 2025
Her look right now is horrible
— Stephanie McMahon (@VanessaHutch30) March 8, 2025
WWE needs to realize no one wants this. Tiffany’s title reign hasn’t even been given anytime to develope she’s been booked so poorly just so they can stat pad Flairs career a bit more
— Gibby 🦦 (@missionarygibby) March 8, 2025
Figure 8 looks awful. Find a better move
— SilverStarTalk (@Oatsofwaker) March 8, 2025
Moreover, X users called for Triple H to improve SmackDown’s booking, criticizing the repetitive segments each week. Many fans expressed that these lackluster segments have diminished their interest in seeing Stratton vs. Flair at WrestleMania. Overall, the WWE Universe is frustrated with how the company is handling what should be a major feud on the road to WrestleMania.