Former Divas Champion Paige quits WWE after devastating neck injury puts her health at risk
The 25-year-old was in floods of tears while she delivered the news to the crowd as rival Sasha Banks – who caused the damage – said she will be 'remembered for generations to come'
BRITISH WWE beauty Paige has sensationally revealed she is quitting the sport in a tearful announcement to fans.
The record-breaking former champ had suffered a new neck injury in December and told her followers on Monday Night Raw that she wouldn't be putting her health at risk any more.
While she has also tweeted: "Completely overwhelmed with the love and support. Thank you everyone. Seriously means so much to me. This isn't the end though. Just the beginning of something special. #ThankYou #ThisIsMyHouse."
Paige, 25, who is from Norwich, had already undergone surgery on her neck before she was kicked from behind by Sasha Banks at the end of last year, causing fresh damage.
It’s said she suffered a "stinger" injury, which causes a burning sensation, and was immediately taken off the WWE schedule.
As a result, Paige missed the first-ever women’s Royal Rumble match in January.
And she broke down as she addressed the Monday Night Raw crowd after watching Wrestlemania 34 from the stands.
Stars paid tribute to Paige soon after the retirement announcement, with Sasha Banks – who delivered the KO blow – saying she will be “remembered for generations to come”.
Banks wrote: “I know there are so many different dreams to be had and good things ahead of you.”
Billie Kay said: “This is just the beginning for her. I’m really excited to see what the future holds.”
Nattie added: “You’re a star and you were born to shine! I love you!”
I met @RealPaigeWWE at an airport when she was 17 years old. I instantly felt a connection to her & knew she would be an absolute star. This is just the beginning for her. I’m really excited to see what the future holds ❤️ Oh here’s a picture of her beating me up 😆 pic.twitter.com/56SK9bzZ9n
Thank you @RealPaigeWWE for being one of my all time favorite opponents I’ve ever worked with in the ring. I’m so proud of you for being so strong but I’m also so excited for so many incredible opportunities coming your way. You’re a star and you were born to shine! I 🖤 you! pic.twitter.com/L1erOWqdlO