Mercedes Mone detailed her recent return to AEW programming in her newsletter Mone Mag, describing her preparation and appearances on Dynamite and Collision.
Former TBS Champion Mercedes Mone returned to AEW last week as the wild card entrant in the 2026 Women's Owen Hart Foundation tournament on Dynamite. She defeated Alex Windsor in Richmond, Virginia, after entering to a strong crowd reaction, and later appeared on Collision to confront CMLL World Women's Champion Persephone and Hazuki. In her newsletter, Mone explained that she had been on vacation for over six months and had trained at House of Glory with Amazing Red ahead of her comeback. Her outfit drew inspiration from Sailor Pluto in the anime Sailor Moon. She noted being kept hidden with a blanket over her head upon arrival at the arena. Mone also addressed fans directly, writing that they can be impatient and love spoilers. She praised her chemistry with Windsor and stated that she made her opponent tap out. After speaking with AEW President Tony Khan, she decided to appear on Collision. Mone and Hazuki are scheduled to face off in the Owen tournament semi-finals on Dynamite on June 17.
