Ric Flair Speaks On Best Feuds, Divas, Backlash, &

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Ric Flair Speaks On Best Feuds, Divas, Backlash, & More

 

Recap of Ric Flair interview....

 

Credit: Carl Walsh, PowerWrestling.Com

 

Recap of Ric Flair on Sky Sports News:

 

The presenters introduced Ric Flair and they asked him about his career longevity, Flair said he had been in the business for 30 years and he did that by avoiding major injuries in the finals years. He has been lucky to avoid them.

 

The presenters bought up the plane crash. Flair said that it was in 1975 in Wilmington, North Carolina and paralyzed Johnny Valentine, said he broke his back in 3 places.

 

How have you seen the sport change over the years? It’s changed drastically, the marketing and that we are on Sky and on cable TV, Footage of Evolution was then shown. Flair said that we don’t wear headgear, we are visible and get a chance to talk and that’s what makes the business unique.

 

They then asked Flair some e-mail questions: Is it better now there is more showmanship in the sport? It’s definitely better now, he said he like the money he makes now and one of the reasons he has been successful is that he adapted through the years. Says a lot of sports have taken things from WWE like nicknames and cheerleaders etc. The Nature Boy name came from Buddy Rogers, he stole it from him and a promoter in the 70’s said it would be a good handle for him.

 

They asked him about his image, and he said he didn’t know what to say but said that you guys (the presenters) are cosmetically perfect, Georgie, the female presenter, said she is embarrassed now. Flair said that a lady called Olivia Walker who has now passed away designed many of them. There is a girl in the WWE who designs them now and he has given many away for charity. The robes are as much a part of his image than the blonde hair. He said his hair used to be as long as Triple H, the guys who have longevity have come to the table with a unique look.

 

What title has meant the most to you? Winning the championship for the first time in 81 and winning it back in 1983, proved that he was around to stay and not just a flash in the pan. Said it’s harder to push himself at his age, but the guys know how to push his buttons and make him work harder.

 

What are his most memorable feuds? Flair said his feuds with Ricky Steamboat and Dusty Rhodes will be remembered forever. Also Savage, Race and Hogan matches were mentioned and are very popular with the fans. What size are your feet? Flair said they are size 13; he gives a Whoooooo for the person who emailed him asking for it. Ric Flair showed the presenter how to do a figure four, and actually did it on the presenter! He said to lie down on your back and Flair locked it in and the presenter tapped. Pretty funny. They shook hands.

 

The presenter said Flair is too good for him. What’s left to accomplish in wrestling? Nothing, I’ve been winding down for 10 years! He enjoys the PR stuff. Flair said he doesn’t know how much is in the tank but it’s a challenge for him to still do it, he trains everyday. What’s your opinion of the females in the WWE? The girls are a big part of the show and some are so feminine but they go out there ad wrestle like guys.

 

How did you come up with the strut? He said he started doing it one day and can’t pinpoint when he started doing it. Where is wrestling going in your opinion? Wrestling has been in a bit of a valley but its coming back full force and attendance will continue to grow, said WrestleMania was a huge success, and said they are doing huge business wherever they go.

 

Backlash is this Sunday, how do you prepare? He said he is flying back to Edmonton on Saturday night and will train on Sunday morning. He said Shelton Benjamin can be a huge star in the business but Flair said he isn’t ready to climb the big mountain yet. What would you do if you were not a wrestler? Flair said he would probably be a movie star, he said he got an offer a few years ago but turned it down because back then he had to work everyday with the business. Said Triple H is making his own movie and he is happy with the Rock’s success. Presenters said it has been a pleasure and Flair said likewise. Good segment, very light hearted, seemed as if the presenters had done a little bit of homework on the WWE, which was nice to see.