Ric Flair's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Ric Flair.

Ric Flair, born Richard Morgan Fliehr, is a highly decorated and widely considered the greatest professional wrestler of all time. His career spanned five decades. He is currently signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) for special appearances in a legends role. Flair's wrestling career is marked by his charisma, in-ring skills, and multiple world championships.

Sections (7)

Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

November 26, 1987: Flair regains NWA World Heavyweight Championship

On November 26, 1987, Ric Flair regained the NWA World Heavyweight Championship from Ron Garvin at WCW's Starrcade '87: Chi-Town Heat in Chicago.

May 7, 1989: Flair Regains NWA World Heavyweight Championship

On May 7, 1989, at WrestleWar, Ric Flair defeated Ricky Steamboat to regain the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. The match was later voted 1989's "Match of the Year" by Pro Wrestling Illustrated.

January 11, 1991: Flair Regains Title from Sting

On January 11, 1991, Ric Flair regained the NWA World Heavyweight Championship from Sting after Sting was unmasked as the Black Scorpion at Starrcade '90: Collision Course in 1990.

May 19, 1991: Flair regains NWA World Heavyweight Championship

On May 19, 1991, at SuperBrawl I in St. Petersburg, Florida, Ric Flair defeated Tatsumi Fujinami to reclaim the NWA World Heavyweight Championship and retain the WCW World Heavyweight Championship.

October 19, 1998: "Ric Flair Day" Declared in Minneapolis

On October 19, 1998, it was declared "Ric Flair Day" in Minneapolis, Minnesota, by Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton, honoring Flair's contributions.

1999: Named Greatest NWA World Heavyweight Champion of All Time

In 1999, Ric Flair was named the greatest NWA World Heavyweight Champion of all time by professional wrestling experts, analysts, and historians.

January 20, 2002: Street Fight Victory over Vince McMahon at Royal Rumble

On January 20, 2002, at the Royal Rumble, Ric Flair defeated Vince McMahon in a Street Fight.

2002: Named Greatest Professional Wrestler of All Time in Book

In 2002, Ric Flair was named the greatest professional wrestler of all time in the book The Top 100 Wrestlers of All Time by John Molinaro.

June 15, 2003: Victory over Shawn Michaels at Bad Blood

On June 15, 2003, at Bad Blood, Ric Flair defeated Shawn Michaels after Randy Orton struck Michaels with a chair.

January 25, 2004: World Tag Team Championship Defense at Royal Rumble

On January 25, 2004, at the Royal Rumble, Ric Flair and Batista successfully defended the World Tag Team Championship against the Dudley Boyz in a tables match.

January 27, 2008: Flair defeats Montel Vontavious Porter at the Royal Rumble

On January 27, 2008, Ric Flair continued his "career threatening" matches by defeating Montel Vontavious Porter at the Royal Rumble. This was part of a storyline where Vince McMahon had declared that the next match Flair lost would force him into retirement.

February 18, 2008: Flair Announced as First Inductee into WWE Hall of Fame

On February 18, 2008, Shawn Michaels announced Ric Flair as the first inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2008.

March 24, 2008: "Ric Flair Day" Declared in Columbia

On March 24, 2008, it was declared "Ric Flair Day" in Columbia, South Carolina, by Mayor Bob Coble, with Flair also receiving the key to the city.

March 29, 2008: Flair Inducted into WWE Hall of Fame

On March 29, 2008, Ric Flair was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame by Triple H, becoming the first person inducted while still an active competitor.

April 15, 2008: Flair Honored in Congress

On April 15, 2008, Ric Flair was honored in Congress by Sue Myrick, a representative from North Carolina, who praised his career and contributions.

September 29, 2008: Flair's Robe Placed in National Museum of American History

On September 29, 2008, it was announced that Ric Flair's sequin robe from WrestleMania XXIV would be placed in the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C.

November 15, 2008: "Ric Flair Day" Declared in Norfolk

On November 15, 2008, it was declared "Ric Flair Day" in Norfolk, Virginia, recognizing Flair's impact and career achievements.

December 5, 2008: Flair Receives Key to the City of Greensboro

On December 5, 2008, Ric Flair received the key to the city of Greensboro, North Carolina, to commemorate his victory at the inaugural Starrcade event.

2008: WWE Hall of Fame Induction (Individual)

In 2008, Ric Flair was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame for his individual career.

2008: Match of the Decade

In 2008, the match between Ric Flair and Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 24 was named as the "match of the decade" by Pro Wrestling Illustrated.

April 18, 2009: "Ric Flair Day" Declared in Charleston

On April 18, 2009, it was declared "Ric Flair Day" in Charleston, West Virginia, and Flair was presented with the key to the city by the mayor.

June 12, 2009: Flair Receives Key to the City of Myrtle Beach

On June 12, 2009, Ric Flair was presented with the key to the city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, honoring his contributions to professional wrestling.

July 17, 2010: Flair Receives Key to the City of Laurinburg

On July 17, 2010, Ric Flair made a special appearance at Scotland Motors in Laurinburg, North Carolina, and received the key to that city.

January 9, 2012: Four Horsemen to be Inducted into WWE Hall of Fame

On January 9, 2012, it was announced that the Four Horsemen would be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, making Ric Flair the first two-time inductee.