CHICAGO — Wrestling superstar Charlotte Flair is making headlines — and not in a good way for Chicago fans. During a recent episode of the Games with Names podcast, Flair called Chicago the “worst wrestling city in the world,” setting off waves of backlash across the wrestling community.
Flair’s Comments Spark Fan Fury
While discussing wrestling audiences, Flair said she believes the best fans in the world are from the Northeast, praising them for being the “smartest.” But when the topic shifted to Chicago, her tone changed dramatically.
“Except for Chicago fans. The worst wrestling city in the world. Worst,” Flair said bluntly.
When pressed to explain her harsh judgment, the WWE star refused to elaborate, offering only:
“Oh, they know what’s wrong with them.”
Her dismissive tone left fans stunned — especially given Chicago’s long-standing reputation as a pro wrestling hotspot, home to iconic events and legendary performers like CM Punk, who hails from the city.
Flair’s full remarks were covered in detail by Ringside News, where she made the controversial claim.
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Chicago’s Wrestling Legacy Under Fire
Chicago has hosted some of WWE’s most memorable matches and sellout crowds. The city’s Allstate Arena and United Center are frequent stops for major wrestling promotions including WWE, AEW, and ROH. It’s also the birthplace of high-profile performers and boasts one of the most vocal and passionate fanbases in wrestling history.
Flair’s comments didn’t sit well with locals.
“She clearly doesn’t understand the history and the heart of Chicago wrestling,” said Marcus L., a lifelong fan who attended multiple WrestleMania viewing parties in the city.
Intentional Controversy or Real Sentiment?
Some fans believe Flair may be intentionally courting controversy to build buzz or play into her on-screen “heel” persona. But many are taking her words seriously.
“It doesn’t feel like a gimmick when you insult an entire fanbase like that on a national podcast,” one user commented on social media.
The backlash has been swift, with wrestling forums and social platforms buzzing with both support and criticism for Flair. A few fans even started trending the hashtag #ChicagoIsWrestling in response.
Do you think Charlotte Flair’s comments were fair or totally out of line? Is Chicago truly a top-tier wrestling city, or is there truth to her jab? Let us know what you think on ChicagoSuburbanFamily.com.
