WWE announces that Michael Hayes must undergo further evaluation in order to return to work

WWE released a statement to TMZ.com on Wednesday clarifying that Michael Hayes has been suspended for 60 days. "Due to inappropriate behavior, Michael Hayes was suspended for 60 days with no pay," reads the statement. "In order to return to work, Michael Hayes will be required to undergo further evaluation."

Powell's POV: As I reported earlier today, Mark Henry reported to WWE officials that Hayes used the n-bomb during a conversation they had during a party setting over WrestleMania 24 weekend. You can check out my story with a slew of Dot Net Exclusive details by clicking WWE Smackdown lead writer Michael Hayes serving a 60-day suspension for using a racial slur.