CODY Rhodes is taking an indefinite break from the WWE after his emotional WrestleMania 41 loss.

The American Nightmare was in the main event of the historic pay-per-view on Sunday night.

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He was facing wrestling legend John Cena at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

The 39-year-old went on to lose his world title to the now 17-time champion.

, Rhodes is now set to take an extended absence from the WWE.

The much-loved star was visibly emotional after the defeat.

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His wife Brandi posted a picture hand-in-hand with him.

They were walking off into the distance inside the stadium in the touching snap.

He also denied giving an interview to Cathy Kelley backstage following the loss.

He is not scheduled to be involved in any shows for the foreseeable.

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There is no advertising promoting him being on Monday Night Raw after Mania.

Fans believe this is a huge indicator he is taking a break form the promotion.

"No Cody Rhodes for a while it seems", one said on social media.

Another added: "Cody Rhodes deserves a break."

A third replied: "Cody has carried the company for a while now - he needs a break."

Rhodes has also been very quiet since the loss, not saying anything publicly.

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He now plans to spend time with his family, something he was keen to promote with the image Brandi posted.

Meanwhile, according to reports, Cena's next opponent has already been planned.

He is set to face off in a tussle with old foe Randy Orton.

And that means Rhodes is out of the title picture, for a while at least.

They could even kick that off on Raw on Monday night after WrestleMania.

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Rhodes reign as the Undisputed WWE Champion came to an end after 378 days.

Meanwhile, Cena's 17th world title is the most in the history of the company.