Ric Flair, one of pro wrestling’s most celebrated and beloved champions, is reportedly out of surgery and resting with family, according to multiple reports. Flair was admitted to a hospital with an undisclosed medical condition on Saturday. A member of Flair’s management team sought prayers from his fans for Flair’s “tough medical issues.”

Are u a Fan/Friend of Ric Flair?If so, we need prayers & positive energy 4 our Living Legend as he is dealing w/some tough medical issues — MelindaMorrisZanoni (@LegacyTalentCEO) August 14, 2017





The tweet marked a departure from an earlier update on Flair’s condition:

Yes,Ric in hosp 4routine monitoring.No reason2panic.Yes,many thx2his fiancé&hospstaff.No excuses Ric wld want u2go out 2nite NaturBoy style! — MelindaMorrisZanoni (@LegacyTalentCEO) August 13, 2017





TMZ reported Monday that Flair was in a medically induced coma, preparing for surgery.

Flair, a 16-time world champion, has become as famous for his relentless attitude and his catchphrase “WOOOOOO!!!!” as his wrestling exploits. Most recently, Flair appeared on commercials promoting this past weekend’s PGA Championship in his hometown of Charlotte, N.C.:

He’s the focus of an upcoming 30 for 30 documentary, “Nature Boy,” airing Nov. 7 on ESPN.

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