Will Ospreay discusses neck surgery recovery in AEW vlog
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Will Ospreay opened up about his neck surgery and recovery process in a recent AEW vlog. He expressed fears that the surgery, which involved a neck fusion due to three herniated discs, could end his wrestling career. Ospreay's wife, Alex Windsor, supported him during the surgery, and AEW CEO Tony Khan covered the substantial medical costs. Following a successful surgery, Ospreay made his return to AEW, winning the 2026 men's Owen Hart Cup, which qualified him for a title match against Kenny Omega at Wembley Stadium.
- •Ospreay underwent successful neck fusion surgery.
- •He faced fears that surgery might end his wrestling career.
- •Tony Khan covered Ospreay's medical expenses, exceeding his home value.
- •Ospreay won the 2026 men's Owen Hart Cup.
- •He is set to challenge Kenny Omega for the AEW World Championship.
- 3:30 PMWrestling Inc — Will Ospreay Details Injury Recovery In Official AEW Vlog
"AEW's Will Ospreay has discussed his apprehensions heading into his neck surgery and how he was worried that he might not be able to wrestle again.
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