Wyatt Hendrickson Ends Gable Steveson’s 70-Match Streak in Historic NCAA Wrestling Upset
Hendrickson, a U.S. Air Force second lieutenant, credits faith and family for his victory as he prepares for a military career.
- Wyatt Hendrickson of Oklahoma State defeated Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson to win the NCAA Wrestling Championship's 285-pound division, ending Steveson's 70-match winning streak.
- Hendrickson attributed his victory to his faith in God, drawing inspiration from the biblical story of David and Goliath.
- President Donald Trump attended the championship, staying specifically to watch Hendrickson’s match and describing the wrestler as his 'big guy.'
- Hendrickson, a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, plans to transition to a military career after completing his education and wrestling eligibility.
- The wrestler expressed gratitude to his family, faith, and the Air Force for supporting his journey, calling Trump’s attendance a memorable highlight.