Japanese wrestler Yuu made a surprise return to the ring at EVE Wrestle Queendom 8 but emphasized that she remains retired. She competed in the Sudden Death 16 gauntlet match during the event in London. Yuu clarified her status on social media following the appearance.
Yuu, a former EVE International Champion, retired from professional wrestling in December 2025. Her last match prior to retirement was in November 2025, a four-way bout against Kris Statlander, Anita Vaughn, and Alex Windsor at an EVE event.
On March 8, 2026, Yuu surprised fans by appearing at EVE Wrestle Queendom 8 in London, where she participated in the Sudden Death 16 gauntlet match. This marked her first in-ring performance for EVE since November 2025.
Following the event, Yuu addressed speculation about her wrestling future on social media. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), she wrote: "I’m back in London to celebrate my beloved home! I’m not a liar! Lol Yuu has retired. It was just for “celebration” and it was EVE. Wishing for great love and future development!" The message, accompanied by hashtags #WrestleQueendom, #EVEwrestling, and #SENJO, confirmed that the appearance was a one-off for celebratory purposes and not a full comeback.
Yuu's participation highlighted her connection to EVE, the promotion where she previously held the International Championship. The event, Wrestle Queendom 8, showcased various matches, with full results available through official channels. Yuu's statement underscores her commitment to retirement while honoring her roots in the London-based promotion.
