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Winner: Toni Storm
As expected, Toni Storm won the Mae Young Classic last night, defeating Io Shirai in the final. Her victory legitimizes her as the ace of the NXT UK women's division and it was to be expected for that reason alone. Her having the most difficult path to the final was also a key indication that she was going to win.
While the match could have gotten more time to really deliver everything it could have, both women proved themselves on the biggest stage they had yet seen. Deciding to hold the final at Evolution was a nice touch that added a lot to the show.
Where Toni Storm goes from here is anyone's guess. We know the results of a UK women's title tournament that has yet to be aired, but what happens afterward? Regardless of that, Toni Storm is going to get top billing across the pond.
