Kyle Snyder

Kyle Snyder, an American freestyle wrestler, has etched his name in the annals of wrestling history with an unparalleled list of achievements. Born on November 20, 1995, in Woodbine, Maryland, Snyder is a formidable force on the mat, competing at 97 kilograms.

Snyder’s meteoric rise began with a groundbreaking feat at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where he became the youngest Olympic Gold medalist in American wrestling history. Simultaneously, he secured the title of the youngest World Champion, marking his indelible impact on the sport. In a rare accomplishment, Snyder clinched the elusive triple crown of American wrestling in 2016, triumphing at the World, NCAA, and Olympic championships in the same year—a feat not achieved in a generation.

His journey to greatness continued as Snyder conquered the Ivan Yarygin Memorial Grand Prix, widely recognized as the toughest open wrestling tournament globally, becoming the youngest American and only the eleventh wrestler ever to achieve this feat. In a historic showdown at the 2017 World Championships, Snyder triumphed over Abdulrashid Sadulaev, ending Sadulaev’s 75-match unbeaten streak and securing his status as a wrestling legend.

Snyder’s remarkable achievements culminated in the 2017 AAU Sullivan Award, a testament to his prowess as the top amateur athlete in the United States. He concluded his collegiate career as the first wrestler to claim the NCAA, World, and Olympic championships while still a student athlete, leaving an indelible legacy in the world of wrestling.