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Oklahoma State's Hendrickson Upsets Olympic Champion Steveson!

3/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a stunning turn of events at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships, Oklahoma State's Wyatt Hendrickson triumphed over Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson with a nail-biting 5-4 victory. As a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force, Hendrickson delivered a pivotal takedown in the final moments, clinching his first national title and etching his name in wrestling history.

History

Historical Context

Wyatt Hendrickson's 5-4 victory over Gable Steveson at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships echoes Iowa's dominance, where Dan Gable led the Hawkeyes to a record 27 consecutive titles from 1974 to 1998. Hendrickson’s win marks a significant upset in modern collegiate wrestling history.

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Story summary

In a stunning turn of events at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships, Oklahoma State's Wyatt Hendrickson triumphed over Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson with a nail-biting 5-4 victory. As a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force, Hendrickson delivered a pivotal takedown in the final moments, clinching his first national title and etching his name in wrestling history.

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