WWE Speed is a professional wrestling program produced by WWE that debuted on April 3, 2024, on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). The program features a unique format with all matches adhering to a three-minute time limit. The concept aims to cater to viewers with limited time by offering fast-paced, action-packed wrestling encounters. Each episode showcases established WWE superstars as well as rising talents, potentially creating new opportunities for wrestlers known for their high-flying abilities and quick maneuvers to shine.
History of WWE Speed
The concept for WWE Speed was originally tested back in December 2023, but after securing a partnership on February 8th, 2024, WWE announced Speed would officially launch today, April 3rd. There's an extra layer of excitement – a tournament will run alongside the show, crowning the first-ever WWE Speed Champion.
The program's debut has generated interest among fans, sparking discussions about its potential impact on the wrestling landscape. Some speculate that WWE Speed could serve as a platform to identify and develop future stars, while others question whether the condensed format can adequately showcase the storytelling and athleticism often associated with professional wrestling. As the program progresses, it will be interesting to observe how WWE Speed evolves and establishes itself within the broader WWE programming.
Where to watch WWE Speed?
WWE Speed can be watched exclusively on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). The show premiered on April 3, 2024, and is expected to be a recurring program. Since it's a new program, it's unclear yet whether WWE will offer the episodes on other platforms like their streaming service Peacock or their YouTube channel in the future. However, for now, all you'll need is an X account to catch all the action of these fast-paced, three-minute wrestling matches.
List WWE Speed Matches
The matches in WWE Speed will take place with a time-limit of three minutes. These will not be live matches and will be pre-taped prior to the programming of Monday Night RAW or Friday Night SmackDown.
| Date | Winner | Loser |
| 03-Apr-24 | Ricochet | Dragon Lee |
| 03-Apr-24 | Bronson Reed | Cedric Alexander |
| 10-Apr-24 | JD McDonagh | Axiom |
| 17-Apr-24 | Johnny Gargano | Angel |
| 24-Apr-24 | Ricochet | JD McDonagh |
| 01-May-24 | Johnny Gargano | Bronson Reed |
| 03-May-24 | Ricochet | Johnny Gargano |
| 08-May-24 | Ivar | Apollo Crews |
| 15-May-24 | Tyler Bate | Berto |
| 22-May-24 | Tyler Bate | Apollo Crews |
| 24-May-24 | Ricochet (c) | Tyler Bate |
| 29-May-24 | Tomasso Ciampa | Ludwig Kaiser |
| 5-Jun-24 | Andrade | Karl Anderson |
| 14-Jun-24 | Andrade | Ricochet (c) |
| 21-Jun-24 | Nathan Frazer | Akira Tozawa |
| 3-Jul-24 | Xavier Woods | Nathan Frazer |
| 5-Jul-24 | Andrade (c) | Xavier Woods |
| 10-Jul-24 | Baron Corbin | Angelo Dawkins |
| 17-Jul-24 | Ilja Dragunov vs. Carmelo Hayes | No Contest |
| 24-Jul-24 | Andrade (c) | Baron Corbin |
| 31-Jul-24 | Joaquin Wilde | Axiom |
| 2-Aug-24 | Pete Dunne | Julius Creed |
| 7-Aug-24 | Je'Von Evans | Ashante Adonis |
| 14-Aug-24 | Austin Theory | Montez Ford |
| 21-Aug-24 | Pete Dunne | Joaquin Wilde |
| 28-Aug-24 | Pete Dunne | Je'Von Evans |
| 30-Aug-24 | Andrade (c) | Pete Dunne |
| 4-Sep-24 | Iyo Sky | Lyra Valkyria |
| 11-Sep-24 | Naomi | Blair Davenport |
| 18-Sep-24 | Kairi Sane | Elektra Lopez |
| 25-Sep-24 | Candice LeRae | Piper Niven |
| 2-Oct-24 | Iyo Sky | Naomi |
| 5-Oct-24 | Candice LeRae | Kairi Sane |
| 9-Oct-24 | Candice LeRae | Iyo Sky |
| 16-Oct-24 | Sheamus | Giovanni Vinci |
| 23-Oct-24 | Dragon Lee | Tavion Heights |
WWE Speed Championship
The wrestlers on WWE Speed will all fight for the top prize - the WWE Speed Championship. A tournament was announced to crown the inaugural WWE Speed Champion. Ricochet defeated Dragon Lee, JD McDonagh defeated Axiom, Bronson Reed defeated Cedric Alexander and Johnny Gargano defeated Angel in the first round. In the next round, Ricochet defeated McDonagh while Reed punched his tickets to the final by beating Gargano. In the finals, it was Ricochet who became the inaugural WWE Speed Champion. Candice LeRae was the first champion in the female division.
Current WWE Speed Champion
Dragon Lee is the current Speed Champion in WWE. He won the title by defeating the former champion Andrade on the November 15, 2024, episode of WWE Speed, which aired on X on November 20, 2024.
Current WWE Women's Speed Champion
Candice LeRae is the current WWE Women's Speed Champion. She won the tournament and was crowned the inaugural WWE Women's Speed Champion on October 4, 2024.
WWE Speed Women's Championship
Just like the men's title, WWE soon introduced a female title for WWE Speed. An eight-woman tournament was held to crown the inaugural champion and it included Naomi, Blair Davenport, Iyo Sky, Lyra Valkyria, Piper Niven, Kairi Sane, Elektra Lopez and Candice LeRae. LeRae defeated Sky in the finals of the tournament to become the new champion.
FAQs on WWE Speed
A. Dragon Lee is the current WWE Speed Champion in his first reign with the title.
