History of Gable Steveson in Timeline

Gable Steveson is an accomplished American wrestler and mixed martial artist. He achieved significant success in freestyle wrestling, highlighted by a gold medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics and three age-group world championships. In folkstyle wrestling, representing the University of Minnesota, he earned two Dan Hodge Trophies, two NCAA Division I national championships, four Big Ten Conference championships, and five All-American honors. Steveson transitioned to professional mixed martial arts, debuting at LFA 217 on September 12, 2025.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1992: First American super-heavyweight to win freestyle Olympic gold since Bruce Baumgartner

In 1992, Bruce Baumgartner was the last American super-heavyweight to win freestyle Olympic gold until Gable Steveson won in 2020.

May 31, 2000: Gable Steveson's Birth

On May 31, 2000, Gable Dan Steveson was born as an American wrestler and professional mixed martial artist.

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2014: MSHSL State Finals

In 2014, at 13 years old, Gable Steveson entered the MSHSL state finals with a 39–2 record, but ultimately claimed second place.

2017: Junior Schalles Award

In 2017, Gable Steveson received the Junior Schalles Award for best high school pinner.

2018: Adam Coon defeated at the US World Team Trials Challenge

In 2018, Gable Steveson dismantled 2018 Greco-Roman World finalist Adam Coon at the US World Team Trials Challenge.

2018: US Open Nationals and World Team Trials

In 2018, Gable Steveson placed fourth at the US Open Nationals and the US World Team Trials in April and May.

May 2019: Final X Contestant

In May 2019, Gable Steveson became a Final X contestant after running through the US World Team Trials Challenge, but he lost to Nick Gwiazdowski twice.

June 15, 2019: Arrest on Suspicion of Sexual Assault

On June 15, 2019, Gable Steveson and a Minnesota teammate were arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and were subsequently suspended from all team activities.

August 2019: Alexander Medved Prizes

In August 2019, Gable Steveson made his international senior debut at the Alexander Medved Prizes, where he placed second.

November 2019: Bill Farrell Memorial International Gold Medal

In November 2019, Gable Steveson added a gold medal from the Bill Farrell Memorial International.

2019: NCAA Division I National Championships

At the 2019 NCAA Division I National Championships, Gable Steveson made it to the semifinals and claimed third place, earning All-American status.

2019: Pan American Games

In 2019, Gable Steveson warms up at the Pan American Continental Championships dominating all five of his opponents and helping the team sweep all ten freestyle medals.

April 2020: Postponement of US Olympic Team Trials

In April 2020, the US Olympic Team Trials were postponed for 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

September 17, 2020: Beat The Streets Event

On September 17, 2020, Gable Steveson wrestled Trent Hillger at the annual Beat The Streets event and won by technical fall.

October 2020: Extra Year of Eligibility

In October 2020, the NCAA granted an extra year of eligibility to winter athletes, leading to Gable Steveson getting an extra year of eligibility.

2020: FloWrestling: RTC Cup

From December 4 to 5, 2020, Gable Steveson represented the Gopher WC at 125 kilograms in the FloWrestling: RTC Cup.

2020: Olympic Gold Medalist

In 2020, Gable Steveson became a Summer Olympic gold medalist in freestyle wrestling.

2020: Qualified for the US Olympic Team Trials

In 2020, Gable Steveson qualified for the US Olympic Team Trials.

2020: US Olympic Team Qualification

In 2020, Gable Steveson qualified to represent the United States at the Summer Olympic Games by winning the US Olympic Team Trials.

2020: Summer Olympic Games Gold Medal

In 2020, Gable Steveson won the Summer Olympic Games gold medal, becoming the youngest freestyle wrestler to win Olympic gold at super heavyweight (125 kg) at the age of 21 years, two months and six days.

2020: Pursuing a WWE Career

In late 2020, Gable Steveson expressed his dream of pursuing a career in WWE as a professional wrestler.

August 15, 2021: Rejection of World Championships Bid

On August 15, 2021, Gable Steveson rejected the bid to represent the United States at the 2021 World Championships in order to pursue other ventures.

August 2021: WWE SummerSlam Appearance

In August 2021, Gable Steveson made a brief appearance at WWE's SummerSlam.

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August 21, 2021: WWE SummerSlam Appearance

On August 21, 2021, Gable Steveson made a brief appearance at WWE's SummerSlam event.

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September 2021: Return to College Wrestling Under NIL Deal

In September 2021, it was announced that Gable Steveson would return to college wrestling under an NIL deal despite signing with WWE.

October 22, 2021: Drafted to Raw brand

On October 22, 2021, Gable Steveson was drafted to the Raw brand as part of the 2021 WWE Draft.

2021: Postponement of Summer Olympics

In 2021, the Summer Olympics were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: NIL Marketing Deal

Prior to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, Gable Steveson signed a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) marketing deal with MMA manager Dave Martin.

April 2022: WrestleMania 38 appearance

In April 2022, Gable Steveson made his first appearance at WrestleMania 38 Night 1, being introduced by Stephanie McMahon. During the second night, he confronted and suplexed Chad Gable.

December 9, 2022: SmackDown appearance for Kurt Angle's birthday

On December 9, 2022, Gable Steveson appeared on SmackDown for Kurt Angle's birthday celebration.

2022: NCAA Division I National Championships

At the 2022 NCAA Division I National Championships, Gable Steveson defeated Cohlton Schultz in the finale and left his shoes on the mat, signaling retirement from amateur wrestling.

2022: Big Ten Athlete of the Year

In 2022, Gable Steveson was named the Big Ten Athlete of the Year.

June 20, 2023: NXT special appearance at Gold Rush

On June 20, 2023, Gable Steveson appeared in a backstage segment on the NXT special, Gold Rush, advising Eddy Thorpe.

2023: Return to Freestyle Competition and US Open Win

In 2023, Gable Steveson returned to freestyle competition at the US Open Wrestling Championships, winning the tournament and earning the right to represent the United States at the World Wrestling Championships, although he later declined.