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Trump Attends NCAA Wrestling Finals as Penn State Secures Historic Win

President Donald Trump received a warm welcome at the NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia, where Penn State claimed its fourth consecutive national title and Carter Starocci made history with a fifth individual championship.

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President Donald Trump waves as he arrives at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championship on March 22, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Trump last attended the NCAA wrestling championship in 2023 and has attended high-level sporting events since becoming president in January. (Photo by Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images)

Overview

  • President Donald Trump attended the NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia, marking his second appearance at the event in three years.
  • Penn State clinched its fourth consecutive team title, solidifying its dominance in college wrestling with a commanding lead over second-place Nebraska.
  • Carter Starocci became the first wrestler in NCAA history to win five national championships, cementing his legacy in the sport.
  • Trump interacted with athletes, including Starocci, and received a predominantly positive reception from the crowd, with chants of 'USA' echoing through the Wells Fargo Center.
  • Protests outside the venue remained peaceful, reflecting broader political divides over Trump's presence at the event.