WWE's trip to Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia last week was undeniably controversial and while Evolution managed to distract some fans, it didn't really take away from the fact that women weren't allowed to compete on the card. However, WWE somewhat made up for that by having Renee Young provide commentary, something it's fair to say that most of us probably didn't expect would ever happen.
Now, she's reflected on the opportunity to commentate the show and believes that her involvement may have had an impact on bringing change to the country and its undeniably archaic laws and rules.
"One thing I will say that was very cool about that—as well is being a woman welcomed into Saudi Arabia, to step into the announce booth and be part of the broadcast—is how many men, women, children coming up to me, knowing that this was a big moment of change and that there is a demand and need for women to be performing in Saudi Arabia. So, [the Saudi people] are asking for it, certainly."
Are you buying that? We've heard reports that Dean Ambrose was only flown over to Crown Jewel because Young was expected to have a man by her side while travelling, and WWE even had to make special travel arrangements in order to keep her safe. Regardless, there's no way Young is going to say anything bad about the event and it was at least a step in the right direction by having her there!