Trish Stratus details the WWE women's division rebuild following Chyna's 2001 departure

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Trish Stratus details the WWE women's division rebuild following Chyna's 2001 departure
Summary

Trish Stratus discussed the reconstruction of the WWE women's division following the 2001 exit of Chyna. Stratus noted that the departure of the champion left the roster without a functioning division or clear competitive goals for the remaining talent. WWE eventually moved to re-establish the division, incorporating additions such as Jazz and Molly Holly. The company utilized a six-pack challenge to determine a new champion during this transition. Stratus described her own title win as an unexpected underdog result, supported by backstage efforts from Fit Finlay to advocate for her advancement with Vince McMahon.

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  • Chyna left WWE in 2001 while holding the championship title.
  • Trish Stratus and Lita were key figures during the rebuilding of the division.
  • Jazz and Molly Holly joined the roster during the reorganization period.
  • Fit Finlay lobbied for Trish Stratus to win the division's six-pack challenge title match.
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When Chyna left WWE in 2001, Trish Stratus and the other women on the roster had to work to build up the division from scratch.

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