Overview

• Wyatt Hendrickson defeated Gable Steveson 5-4 in the NCAA heavyweight final with a dramatic last-second takedown, ending Steveson's 70-match winning streak.
• The loss concluded Steveson's collegiate wrestling career, leaving him with a record of 103 wins and 3 losses, cementing his legacy as one of the sport's all-time greats.
• Steveson has expressed gratitude for his journey and resilience in the face of defeat, while hinting at a potential transition to MMA, with training in boxing and jiu-jitsu already underway.
• Hendrickson, an Air Force lieutenant, celebrated his victory with a salute and American flag, sparking discussions about his potential Olympic aspirations for 2028.
• Prominent wrestling figures, including Daniel Cormier and Kurt Angle, have praised both Hendrickson's achievement and Steveson's enduring impact on the sport.