Overview

• Wyatt Hendrickson defeated Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson in a 5-3 decision at the NCAA heavyweight wrestling championship, ending Steveson’s 70-match winning streak.
• Hendrickson, a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, expressed gratitude for his dual career in wrestling and military service, calling it a lifelong passion.
• President Donald Trump and Elon Musk attended the championship, with Hendrickson saluting Trump after his victory, highlighting the growing visibility of collegiate wrestling.
• Hendrickson confirmed his plans to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, aiming to replicate his collegiate success on the international stage.
• Oklahoma State’s first-year head coach David Taylor was instrumental in Hendrickson’s preparation, emphasizing mental discipline and position-based strategy throughout the season.