Round 1 of the Flawless Face-Off has wrapped, and the fans have spoken! We had approximately 200 votes across every category, and while some results were expected, others kept things unpredictable. The Women’s Evolution Era delivered on all fronts, with stars proving why their legacies still shine today. Before we break down the winners, let me briefly address some points that were raised during the first round:
- I spoke with Nick about how to handle the tampering situation. Instead of disqualifying the nominee, we agreed the fairest approach was to subtract the clear surplus of votes that were cast in a short burst. I monitored the polls all week, and once the issue was addressed, the suspicious influx in the “Most Improved” category stopped. By removing the excess votes while still keeping the nominee eligible to be ranked, we’re able to maintain fairness and keep the integrity of the contest intact.
- For certain categories, there are…well, a lot of nominations. I weighed the pros and cons of trimming the list, but for this round of the competition I’ve decided to keep all the nominees as they are. Yes, it might mean some categories end up with winners by just a handful of votes, but I’d rather keep everyone’s opinions represented than risk cutting out valid picks.
Okay, now onto the winners from the 1st Round!!
Best Entrance: Naomi
Naomi’s entrance wasn’t just a walk to the ring, it was a full on experience!! The lights, the music, the energy, how could you not feel the glow whenever Naomi stepped onto the scene! During the Evolution Era, Naomi turned the simple act of entering the arena into a full-blown spectacle, one that made fans get up, move, and glow right along with her. It’s no shocker she ran away with this category. Charlotte Flair was the runner up in this category with Sasha Banks coming in a close 3rd.
Best In-Ring Worker: Sasha Banks & Asuka (Tie)
When it comes to pure wrestling ability, fans couldn’t pick just one and honestly, who can blame them? Sasha Banks and Asuka represent two very different but equally dominant styles: Sasha’s agility, precision and knack for drama versus Asuka’s presence, her unrelenting pace and strike game. A tie here doesn’t feel like a cop-out; it feels like recognition that these two women defined what top-tier in-ring work looks like during the Evolution Era. The winner of this category in the Diva’s Edition of the Flawless Faceoff, Mickie James, rounded out the top 3.
Most Improved: Liv Morgan
The fans have spoken loud and clear, Liv Morgan’s growth can’t be ignored. From being arguably the weakest member of the Riott Squad to a legitimate contender for the Women’s Championship, Liv’s steady climb has been one of the most talked-about stories of recent years. Whether it’s tightening her in-ring work, finding her voice, or stepping into the spotlight against the best, Liv proved she’s no longer the problem child after she got out of the bathtub. It was her Day 1 match against Becky Lynch that sealed it for me, Liv’s the real deal. Alexa’s ascension to the top of the women’s division scored her 2nd in this category with Dana Brooke barely slipping in over Becky Lynch for 3rd place.
Best Finisher: Eclipse – Ember Moon
Few moves capture the crowd’s imagination like Ember Moon’s Eclipse. It’s high-risk, high-impact, and absolutely breathtaking every single time she hits it. The finisher embodies everything that makes Ember stand out… athleticism, innovation, and danger. Out of all the Evolution Era finishers, fans made it clear that the Eclipse is the one that sticks in your memory the second the three-count hits. Ember ran away with this one but Liv Morgan gets to add another medal count to her total after coming in second while Charlotte edges out her current tag team partner with the Figure 8 for bronze.
Best Gear: Sasha Banks
Sasha Banks isn’t called “The Boss” for nothing and part of that aura is built on her presentation. Week after week, big match after big match, Sasha turned her entrances into runway moments, making gear just as much a part of her storytelling as her promos and moves. From bold color palettes to gear that nodded at her legacy, Sasha made sure the look matched the moment, and fans rewarded her for it. Alexa Bliss scores Silver once again while Carmella and Charlotte Flair tie for 3rd.
With Round 1 in the books, the road only gets tougher from here. Round 2 starts tomorrow with the following categories:
- Best Theme Song
- Best Tag Team/Stable
- Favorite Onscreen Pairing/Couple
- Best Promo Worker
- Favorite Onscreen Character/Interviewer
Voting for Round 2 starts tomorrow! Stay tuned to see who will come out on top, and as always, the official rankings will be posted in the comments below.