Bronson Reed Defends Against Rhea Ripley Imitation Claims: ‘Close Friends, Not Copycats!’ | WWE News
In the electrifying arena of professional wrestling, where competition runs high and drama unfolds with every turn, accusations of imitation can spark significant uproar within the industry. Recently, Bronson Reed found himself at the center of a storm after allegations surfaced claiming he was mimicking the persona of fellow wrestler Rhea Ripley. The situation becomes even more intricate when considering Reed and Ripley’s deep-rooted friendship that has flourished through their shared wrestling journeys long before achieving their current fame.
Reed’s Passionate Rebuttal to the Allegations
With fervor and conviction, Reed stepped up to the plate, asserting that his camaraderie with Ripley surpasses any accusations of stylistic copying. The spotlight fell on Reed when he appeared in a promotional video showcasing Raw’s upcoming moves to Netflix. In the clip, he was seen delivering a powerful stomp synchronized to Ripley’s signature entrances. This prompted Reed to unleash a spirited tweet in response.
“I’ve been stomping the entry stairs since Rhea used to come watch me back home in Australia. Don’t be a douche. She’d tell you the same thing,” Reed declared, emphasizing that any perceived similarities derive from their intertwined paths rather than imitation. Though they are now adversaries in the ring, Reed pointed out their shared background as fellow Australians who emerged from a similar wrestling landscape, underscoring the complexity behind any discussions of rivalry.
Reed also highlighted how he recognized Ripley’s exceptional potential since her early days in wrestling training. “Rhea used to come to the independent shows when I was wrestling and was a fan. I remember thinking, ‘This girl is going to be famous!’ The moment she started training, I saw something special in her. I believed that if she signed with WWE, she would take off, and look at her now. The Rhea Ripley you see today was always destined to shine, but I think joining WWE made her feel the need to adapt her persona slightly as well,” he shared.
Possible Feud Brewing: Rhea Ripley vs. Liv Morgan?
In a separate turn of events, Ripley has found herself embroiled in a fiery exchange with current WWE Women’s World Champion, Liv Morgan, on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). Fans witnessed a flurry of digital exchanges, hinting at a significant physical confrontation on the horizon. This rivalry has been simmering for quite some time, and the anticipation for their next clash is palpable among fans.
As for Bronson Reed, he will miss the upcoming major WWE events due to injuries sustained during his recent steel cage match. However, Ripley is expected to be back in the ring soon. The wrestling community remains keenly attuned, eager to see how the evolving stories of Rhea Ripley and Bronson Reed unfold in the days to come.
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Audi’s busy adding to its roster of e-tron electric vehicles, and the latest to debut is the 2025 A6 e-tron, a sleek sedan with all of the brand’s cutting-edge technology. Audi expects EPA range to be as much as 390 miles per charge. The A6 e-tron is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor with 375 horsepower, while the A6 e-tron Quattro adds a second motor for all-wheel drive and bumps power to 456 ponies. If you want more, you’ll have to spring for the high-performance S6 e-tron, whose dual-motor powertrain produces a combined 543 hp. Unlike the gasoline-powered A6 sedan, the A6 e-tron hides a hatchback in its sloped rear roofline (making it a Sportback in Audi-ese), under which is a large cargo area similar to that of the current A7. Inside, there’s a full roster of infotainment features, plenty of standard amenities, and enough interior room for four adults to travel comfortably for long distances.
The A6 e-tron comes with a 375-hp electric motor driving the rear wheels, but the A6 e-tron Quattro comes with a dual-motor, all-wheel drive setup with 456 horsepower. The performance-oriented S6 e-tron boasts 543 horsepower, but we review that model separately. An air spring suspension system is optional and provides adaptive dampers with unique driving modes; it can also lower the A6 e-tron’s ride height for improved aerodynamic efficiency. When we drove the A6 e-tron, we found its driving dynamics to be ho-hum but appreciated its adjustable levels of regenerative braking capability.
According to Audi, the A6 e-tron can reach 62 mph in 5.2 seconds and the Quattro version can do it in 4.3. When we have the opportunity to test an A6 e-tron, we’ll update that number with real-world data.
A 94.4-kWh battery pack is expected to deliver an EPA range of 370 miles in the rear-wheel-drive A6 e-tron, with an available Ultra package stretching that to 390 miles. The all-wheel-drive version is estimated to bring an EPA range of 333 miles, or 375 with the Ultra package. (Although we’re still awaiting official EPA numbers.) DC fast-charging capability is standard, and Audi claims a max charging rate of 270 kilowatts. That means the A6 e-tron should be able to charge its battery from 10 percent to 80 percent of capacity in just 21 minutes.
