Henry Cejudo
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
3
Records
Henry Cejudo's career is defined by a level of versatility that few athletes ever achieve. He is the only person to win an Olympic gold medal in wrestling and then go on to become a two-division UFC champion. His induction into the USA Wrestling Hall of Fame as the youngest inductee highlights his impact on the sport of wrestling. He holds a Guinness World Record for his unique dual-discipline success, cementing his place in sports history. His ability to dominate in two completely different combat sports makes him a true legend in the world of athletics.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
USA Wrestling Hall of Fame Inductee
Youngest inductee in the organization's history for his Olympic gold medal and contributions to wrestling.
Guinness World Record Holder
First athlete to win Olympic gold and then become a two-division UFC champion.
Real American Freestyle Lightweight Champion
Regained the lightweight title after a stunning 36-second victory.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest MMA Fighters of All Time
Greatest MMA Fighters of All Time
Greatest Olympic Wrestlers
Magazine Covers
Sports Illustrated
2019-02-18
The Double Champ
ESPN The Magazine
2019-01-21
Triple C: The King of Two Divisions
Vice
2018-11-15
The Messenger
Records & Feats
First Athlete to Win Olympic Gold and Two Division UFC Titles
Cejudo became the first person in history to win an Olympic gold medal in wrestling and then go on to win championships in two different weight classes in the UFC.
Youngest American Male Olympic Wrestling Champion
At 21 years old, he became the youngest American male to win an Olympic gold medal in wrestling.
Second Fighter to Defend Titles in Two Divisions
He was the second fighter in UFC history to successfully defend titles in two different weight classes.