Ric Flair out of surgery and resting, according to the WWE

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Professional wrestler Ric Flair of 'ESPN's 30 for 30: "Nature Boy"' speaks onstage during the ESPN portion of the 2017 Summer Television Critics Association Press Tour at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 26, 2017 in Beverly Hills, Calif.
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Ric Flair accompanies his daughter, Charlotte, before her match at Wrestlemania 32 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, April 3, 2016.
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Wrestler "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, in this June 1999 file photo.
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Professional wrestler Ric Flair, left, receives a key to the city from Columbia Mayor Bob Coble, right, as Flair is recognized for his career and community service accomplishments on Monday, March 24, 2008.
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"Nature Boy" Ric Flair attend the WrestleMania 25th anniversary press conference at the Hard Rock Caf on March 31, 2009 in New York City.
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Professional wrestler Ric Flair of 'ESPN's 30 for 30: "Nature Boy"' speaks onstage during the Discovery Communications portion of the 2017 Summer Television Critics Association Press Tour at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 26, 2017 in Beverly Hills, California.
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Professional wrestler Ric Flair of 'ESPN's 30 for 30: "Nature Boy"' speaks onstage during the Discovery Communications portion of the 2017 Summer Television Critics Association Press Tour at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 26, 2017 in Beverly Hills, California.

By The Associated Press | The Associated Press

PUBLISHED: August 14, 2017 at 4:38 p.m. | UPDATED: August 15, 2017 at 10:53 a.m.

ATLANTA — World Wrestling Entertainment says pro wrestling legend Ric Flair is out of surgery and resting after being hospitalized.

The statement Monday did not give details about the nature of the surgery.

A representative for the showman known as “Nature Boy” says the 68-year-old wrestler was admitted to the hospital for routine monitoring. Melinda Morris Zanoni of Legacy Talent asked on Twitter Monday for “prayers & positive energy” because Flair has “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 (@MelindaMorrisZ) August 14, 2017

Former pro wrestler Mick Foley and wrestling executive Eric Bischoff are among numerous wrestlers wishing Flair well on Twitter.

Known for his flamboyant outfits and “Woooo!” catchphrase, Flair made his professional debut in 1972 and was inducted into the World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2008.

https://twitter.com/EBischoff/status/897063196992733184

My thoughts and prayers are with Ric Flair and his family during this difficult time.

— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) August 14, 2017

https://twitter.com/RealMickFoley/status/896999375326650368

I don't know the details or what @RicFlairNatrBoy needs, but God does and I pray that His will be done. @MsCharlotteWWE #KICKOUTRIC #OUDK

— Brian G. James (@BrianRDJames) August 14, 2017

Just hearing all this news about @RicFlairNatrBoy sending every ounce energy to #TheMan and asking that all of you do the same #NeverGiveUp

— John Cena (@JohnCena) August 14, 2017