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As of late, WWE superstar Becky Lynch has used the nickname "The Man" to great success. 1 / 8

However, retired wrestler Ric Flair feels he is owed compensation. 2 / 8

Flair began referring to himself as "The Man" in 1981. 3 / 8

Flair says he tried to reach a private deal with WWE, but was turned away. 4 / 8

In response, he submitted paperwork to trademark "The Man" as it pertains to wrestling. 5 / 8

Should it go through, Flair says he is happy to let Lynch use the nickname... 6 / 8

...so long as WWE pays him, of course. 7 / 8

If the promotion remains unmoved, Flair has threatened to pursue legal action. 8 / 8