The recent episode of WWE SmackDown on December 8th showcased intense action, but it also raised concerns about the well-being of Charlotte Flair. The Queen faced Asuka in a singles match, accompanied by Damage CTRL at ringside, resulting in an unexpected turn of events.
Following a challenging match against Asuka, reports from Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp indicated that Charlotte Flair required assistance to leave the ring. Although specific details about the incident were not provided, a circulating photo suggests that Flair needed support.
Real ugly spot toward the end, rushed to the finish. Charlotte Flair says “My knee” as she’s helped out of the ring. Seemed to hurt her neck, too. Just awful, wishing her the best. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/kjMFIyOQix
— Graham "GSM" Matthews (@WrestleRant) December 9, 2023
The match’s conclusion saw Charlotte Flair attempting her signature Figure-8 submission, only to be surprised by Bayley’s unexpected entrance through the crowd. Despite quickly retaliating against Bayley, the distraction allowed Asuka to secure victory. Bayley celebrated her interference, emphasizing, “YES! I did that!” as Asuka marked her win.
This is the unaired #SmackDown spot where Charlotte Flair apparently injured her knee #WWE #TributeToTheTroops #CharlotteFlair #WWESmackDown pic.twitter.com/mzwCNb6ARL
— Anutosh Bajpai (@AuthorAnutosh) December 9, 2023
The intended outcome of the match was not to cause injury to Charlotte Flair, and fans are understandably expressing concerns about her condition. The hope is for Charlotte Flair’s well-being, and fans await updates regarding any potential injuries sustained during the match.
The unpredictable nature of professional wrestling often leads to unforeseen incidents, and the safety of the performers remains a top priority. WWE and its fans share the anticipation for Charlotte Flair’s swift recovery, hoping to see her back in action soon.
