Gable Steveson
Awards & Honours
16
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Steveson's Olympic gold medal in 2021 placed him among an elite group of American heavyweight wrestlers. He is one of only five U.S. men to win Olympic gold in freestyle at that weight class. His two NCAA titles and the Dan Hodge Trophy confirmed his dominance in collegiate wrestling. Winning age-group world championships at the U17 and Junior levels demonstrated his long trajectory of excellence. His high school record of 177-1 with four state titles is a testament to his early mastery of the sport.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Key to the City of Apple Valley
Awarded following his Olympic gold medal victory.
Minnesota Wrestling Hall of Fame (Special Recognition)
Inducted for his Olympic achievement.
Banner at Maturi Pavilion
Honored with a banner recognizing his Olympic gold medal.
Outstanding Athlete of the Year
Awarded for his athletic achievements.
Rankings & Lists
World Ranking
Top 50 Most Influential Athletes of 2022
Top Prospect to Watch
Magazine Covers
Sports Illustrated
September 2021
The Last Second Hero: Gable Steveson's Golden Moment
WWE Magazine
February 2023
The Next Big Thing: Gable Steveson Arrives
Minnesota Monthly
November 2021
The Golden Gopher: Gable Steveson's Olympic Journey
Records & Feats
One of only five American men to win Olympic gold in freestyle heavyweight
Steveson joined Bruce Baumgartner, Tom Brands, Kendall Cross, and Henry Cejudo as the only U.S. men to achieve this feat.
Dramatic last-second takedown to win Olympic gold
His comeback victory over Geno Petriashvili in the final seconds is considered one of the greatest finishes in wrestling history.