Pat McAfee never shies away from tough questions, and this time, he’s putting Gable Steveson on the spot. In a showdown that stunned the wrestling world, Steveson suffered a shocking 5-4 defeat against Wyatt Hendrickson—a moment no one expected. As fans scramble for answers, McAfee pressed the Olympic champion to finally break his silence. What’s going through the NCAA champion’s mind after such an upset? It’s a conversation wrestling fans won’t want to miss.

But with a career as dominant as Steveson’s, how does a champion process such a stunning loss? The wrestling world is buzzing with debates—was it just an off night, or did Hendrickson expose a real weakness? As speculation ran wild, McAfee didn’t hold back, pushing Steveson to address the elephant in the room. Would the Olympic champ reflect with humility, frustration, or sheer determination?

After the biggest upset in NCAA history, does Gable Steveson feel relief, disappointment, or something else? This question was asked on ‘MSLive’ and shared in the form of a short video by “Pat McAfee’s” X handle. Gable Steveson is obviously, not happy with this loss, but still, the road doesn’t end here.

After a shocking NCAA Championship loss to Wyatt Hendrickson, Gable Steveson is facing a rare moment of reflection. When asked if he felt relief or disappointment after the season-ending match, the Minnesota star didn’t hold back. “Man, I’m not happy with the results that happened this past weekend,” he admitted. It was a rare setback for the Olympic champion, one that sent shockwaves through the wrestling world.

But despite the loss, the Olympic star isn’t dwelling on it. “It’s a blessing to go out there in front of the crowd and from the biggest stage,” he shared, showing gratitude for the chance to compete one last time as a Minnesota Gopher. After leaving in 2022, he had always wanted to return and “give one last good push for the University of Minnesota.” Even in defeat, he embraced the moment—the nerves, the energy, the thrill of competition.

For Gable Steveson, this isn’t the end of the road. “It’s win or lose. The road doesn’t end for me and I keep going forward.” That’s the mindset of a champion. He thrives on the big stage, and while this chapter didn’t end the way he wanted, there’s no doubt he’ll be back, ready for whatever comes next. But how did the whole fight look alike?

Wyatt Hendrickson stuns Gable Steveson with a last-second takedown

Oklahoma State’s Wyatt Hendrickson did the impossible at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships when he pulled off a jaw-dropping upset, defeating heavyweight final Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson. With only 20 seconds left and down by 4-2, Hendrickson managed to pull a miraculous takedown, which ultimately gave him a 5-4 victory. It wasn’t just any takedown—it was the only one Steveson had given up all season, snapping his staggering 70-match winning streak.

The final moments were nothing short of electrifying. Hendrickson knew exactly what was at stake. “I was looking at the clock and I’m squeezing him… I don’t care if I had to rip my arms off squeezing him. I was, like, ‘I’m holding this man down and winning this match,’” he shared. And that’s exactly what he did—holding firm, refusing to let go, and walking away as the new heavyweight champion.

Adding to the spectacle, the victory played out in front of none other than former President Donald Trump. Draped in the American flag, Hendrickson saluted and embraced Trump post-match, embodying his nickname, “Captain America.” With this massive win under his belt, the conversation has already shifted—could Hendrickson be gearing up for an Olympic run in 2028? Time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: he’s now firmly on the wrestling world’s radar. But Golden Gable is also not done yet with the wrestling, as he penned his feelings on social media recently. What do you have to say about the duo? Tell us in the comments below.