​Rebecca McLeod is making the most of her time away from the ring after claiming the Knockout Queen championship, sharing sun-soaked summer moments, wake surfing, and celebrations while proudly keeping her newly won title close at hand. Fresh off her victory, which earned her the Knockout Queen title, McLeod has been documenting life beyond fight night with a series of Instagram posts that highlight both the rewards of her hard work and the recovery that comes with stepping away from competition.
Reflecting on her Knockout Queen victory, McLeod wrote, “THIS IS JUST THE START,” signaling that winning the championship is about more than the belt. Alongside celebrating the prize money, she thanked everyone who helped make the tournament possible—from coaches and organizers to the camera crew and fellow competitors. “A huge shoutout to every girl who stepped into the ring,” she added. “Win or lose, it takes real courage to get in there.”
Even as the bruises from the bout lingered in one update, McLeod quickly shifted into vacation mode. She was seen relaxing by the water before taking the Knockout Queen belt out for a festive celebration, bringing the championship onto a boat and even balancing it overhead while wake surfing. In another clip, she floated in the water with the title resting across her wakeboard, jokingly captioning the post, “surfing USA babyyy.” The championship has been a constant presence throughout her summer adventures, whether poolside, out to eat with friends, or on the lake, with the gold belt serving as a persistent reminder of the milestone she recently achieved.
Her latest photo dump captured the past few days with a simple caption—“Last few days been like”—paired with snapshots of boating, surfing, and soaking up the summer sun. Even in moments of downtime, McLeod has made it clear she isn’t losing her competitive edge. After her victory, she addressed critics with a pointed message, writing, “She talked the most. Did the least. Work harder…. Speak less girl….” In another post featuring action shots from the fight, she added, “Not here to talk s—t but pay up you coward,” underscoring the confidence she carried into and out of the event.
Beyond the trash talk, McLeod’s message remains one of gratitude. She described the tournament as the start of a new chapter, saying she feels “incredibly grateful, proud, and more motivated than ever.” For now, that motivation is balanced with well-earned rest. Whether she’s carving through waves with the Knockout Queen belt in hand or soaking up the California sun, McLeod appears ready for what comes next.