Results from the 2024 U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials: Qualifiers for the Paris Games
Results from the 2024 U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials at Penn State University have set the stage for an exciting showdown at the Paris Games. The competition was fierce as wrestlers advanced from Friday’s challenge tournament into Saturday’s best-of-three championship series to determine qualifiers for the upcoming Olympics.
In the Women’s Freestyle division, standout performances were seen in various weight classes. Audrey Jimenez emerged victorious in the 50kg category, defeating Sage Mortimer in the challenge final. The Championship Series on Saturday will feature Sarah Hildebrandt facing off against Jimenez. In the 53kg division, Haley Augello secured her spot in the Paris Games by defeating Areana Villaescusa in the challenge final. Dom Parrish will go head-to-head with Augello in the Championship Series.
The Men’s Freestyle category also saw intense competition, with notable matches in the 57kg and 74kg weight classes. Spencer Lee and Thomas Gilman will battle it out in the Championship Series for the 57kg spot, while Jason Nolf secured his place in the Olympics by defeating Jordan Burroughs in the challenge final for the 74kg category. Nolf will face Kyle Dake in the Championship Series.
In the Greco-Roman division, wrestlers fought hard for their chance to represent the U.S. in Paris. Dalton Roberts emerged victorious in the 60kg weight class, while Ellis Coleman secured his spot in the Olympics by defeating Alejandro Sancho in the challenge final for the 67kg category. The Championship Series will feature Kamal Bey facing off against Aliaksandr Kikinou in the 77kg division.
The 2024 U.S. Olympic team roster of athletes is continuously being updated as they qualify for the Paris Games. Fans can stay updated on the latest developments by following the broadcast schedule and checking the official website for more information. The road to the Olympics is paved with determination and skill, and these wrestlers are ready to showcase their talents on the world stage.
