Ric Flair is on the mend after suffering a scary fall in Tampa hours after cancelling an event appearance due to health concerns.
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The WWE Hall of Famer lost his balance after leaving a bar in Tampa and fell on his face, according to TMZ Sports. The outlet reported that he cut his head and eye open, and was bleeding extensively from his eye.
Flair, who was transported to a nearby hospital, suffered the bloody fall hours after informing fans that he is dealing with blood clot complications that forced him to cancel a planned appearance.
Ric Flair Apologizes For Canceled Appearance
The WWE Hall of Famer shared the news in a post on X, where he apologized to his agent, Steve Solomon, the Washington State Horror Con, Big Event NY, and his fans in Seattle.
"Unfortunately, I am dealing with a blood clot in my leg, and my doctors have limited my travel to 3-4 hours. Seattle falls outside that range, and as disappointed as I am, I have to put my health and recovery first," Flair wrote.
"Blood clots are extremely serious and can be life-threatening. We have seen this recently with Jalen Hurts," the WWE legend continued. "The complications involving blood clots in his lungs. It is a reminder that this is not something to take lightly. I must follow medical advice," he wrote.
Flair also detailed the next step in his medical journey.
"I'm scheduled to have a procedure to strip the affected vein. Which my doctors expect will allow me to be cleared for more travel afterward," he wrote.
"Please know this decision was not made lightly. I am truly sorry for the inconvenience and disappointment. I'm incredibly grateful for your patience, understanding, and continued support. I look forward to getting healthy and seeing you all down the road."
Second-generation WWE star Charlotte Flair on Friday shared an encouraging update on her father's health status.
"Not my dad telling the doctor he fell bc of warrior dropping him on his head... (p.s. he's going to be okay)," she
