Morning Daily News Update: August 7, 2026 – Rhea Ripley Undergoes Surgery

By Conor Renshaw on 7 August 2026

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It’s Friday and the weekend is almost here! But first, it’s time for the Morning Daily News Update!

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WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley has revealed she has undergone surgery to repair a torn meniscus, admitting the procedure became unavoidable after years of wrestling and competing in sports. Sharing an update on Instagram, Ripley said surgery was never her preferred option but was necessary, adding that she is now focused on her recovery and returning to the ring. She posted a photo showing her right leg in a cast and wrote: “I’ve survived, now it’s time to start thriving again so I can get back to what I love to do.” Ripley’s injury led to Chelsea Green winning the Interim WWE Women’s Championship in a ladder match at SummerSlam.

Nikki Bella Casts Doubt On Her Immediate WWE Future

Nikki Bella has admitted she does not want to continue wrestling in WWE without her sister Brie Bella, following Brie’s injury at SummerSlam. Speaking in a video on the Bella Twins’ YouTube channel, Nikki said part of her wants to wait until Brie has recovered so they can return together, telling her sister, “I don’t want to do it alone.” Brie, who is expected to be sidelined for three to six months after breaking her right scapula, encouraged Nikki not to put her career on hold. WWE has not commented on Nikki’s plans, while the sisters’ recent heel turn on Paige remains unresolved.

Blake Monroe reveals why she hasn’t appeared on Love Island despite approaches

Blake Monroe has revealed she turned down multiple opportunities to appear on Love Island, saying the reality dating show is not for her. Speaking to TMZ Sports’ Inside The Ring, the WWE star admitted she briefly considered taking part but ultimately decided against it, explaining she would struggle with the show’s dating format and challenges. Monroe joked that she is too possessive to share a partner and believes she would “probably get kicked off pretty much instantly.”

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