Athena Breaks Roman Reigns’ All-Time U.S. Pro Wrestling Record

Athena has reached another historic milestone as ROH Women's World Champion.

Athena officially became the longest-reigning champion of the modern era on Saturday, surpassing Roman Reigns’ 1,316-day WWE Universal Championship reign.

The ROH Women’s World Champion has now held the title for 1,317 days after originally capturing the championship at ROH Final Battle 2022, extending a reign that has lasted more than three and a half years.

Following the milestone, Athena celebrated the achievement with a message on social media.

“I meant FOREVER!!!! Longest reigning champion of the modern era belongs to me and me only!! #ForeverROHChamp #FallenGoddess #AmericanJoshi”

Athena’s record-setting reign continues to add to her legacy as one of Ring of Honor’s most dominant champions, with her now standing alone as the longest-reigning champion of the modern era.

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I meant FOREVER!!!! Longest reigning champion of the modern era belongs to me and me only!! #ForeverROHChamp #FallenGoddess #AmericanJoshi pic.twitter.com/1TjWvERLP6

— Athena is ROH & All Elite! (@AthenaPalmer_FG) July 19, 2026