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Kyle Douglas Dake is an American wrestler. He is a three-time world champion (2018, 2019, 2021), 2020 Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist, four-time NCAA Champion for Cornell University at four different weight classes, Dan Hodge Trophy Winner, and a two-time New York State Champion.

  1. Zahid Valencia vs Kyle Dake - 2026 Final X Wrestling Preview & Prediction

    Zahid Valencia vs Kyle Dake - 2026 Final X Wrestling Preview & Prediction

    Jun 14, 2026

    Final X is set to go down on June 19 in Newark, New Jersey, and will feature the country’s best wrestlers with world team spots on the line. One of the most intriguing matchups of the night will be a continuation of the rivalry between Zahid Valencia and Kyle Dake at 86 kg. Check out the article below to see a full breakdown, with a prediction, for this matchup at Final X.
  2. US Open Wrestling 2026 Senior Men's Freestyle Day 1 Results

    US Open Wrestling 2026 Senior Men's Freestyle Day 1 Results

    Apr 25, 2026

    The Senior Men’s Freestyle finals are set at the 2026 U.S. Open Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas, setting up a stacked Saturday night championship session.
  3. When Is The US Open Wrestling Tournament 2026?

    When Is The US Open Wrestling Tournament 2026?

    Apr 13, 2026

    The U.S. Open Wrestling Championships are the premier senior-level domestic wrestling event in the country, but the tournament has grown into much more than that. It now serves as a week-long showcase that brings together multiple age groups, styles and national events, along with clinics, trials and other activities in one place.
  4. Kyle Dake Selected To Flowrestling All-Quarter Century Team At 165 Pounds

    Kyle Dake Selected To Flowrestling All-Quarter Century Team At 165 Pounds

    Jul 10, 2025

    Kyle Dake fully intended to finish his college career at 157 pounds.
  5. All-Quarter Century NCAA Wrestling Team: 165-Pound Finalists

    All-Quarter Century NCAA Wrestling Team: 165-Pound Finalists

    Jul 7, 2025

    The biggest challenge we faced in assembling the All-Quarter Century Team might have been the dilemma we encountered at 165 pounds.
  6. Final X Wrestling Results 2025. Here's Every Winner

    Final X Wrestling Results 2025. Here's Every Winner

    Jun 15, 2025

    Final X 2025 concluded in spectacular fashion as the USA Wrestling World Team was finalized for the 2025 Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia.
  7. Kyle Dake vs Zahid Valencia - 2025 Final X Wrestling Preview & Prediction

    Kyle Dake vs Zahid Valencia - 2025 Final X Wrestling Preview & Prediction

    Jun 5, 2025

    Kyle Dake and Zahid Valencia will wrestle at Final X on June 14 in a best-of-three series to determine the world team member at 86 kg. This matchup will be considered the “main event” of Final X and will be an incredible showdown between two of the world's best wrestlers. Check out the article below for a full breakdown of the matchup along with our predictions for how the matches will unfold.
  8. 2025 Final X Wrestling Matchups Set

    2025 Final X Wrestling Matchups Set

    May 17, 2025

    Final X is the final step in USA Wrestling’s World Team Trials process for men’s and women’s freestyle. Win two matches in the best-of-three series and you will represent Team USA at the 2025 World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia. The Greco-Roman World Team was set at the US Open in April.
  9. World Team Trials Wrestling 2025 Results. Every Winner Advancing To Final X

    World Team Trials Wrestling 2025 Results. Every Winner Advancing To Final X

    May 17, 2025

    Finals day at the 2025 Senior World Team Trials wrapped up in Louisville with eight men’s freestyle wrestlers earning their spots at Final X. Focus now shifts to one thing: making the USA Wrestling World Team.
  10. The College Fan Guide To The 2025 World Team Trials Challenge Tournament

    The College Fan Guide To The 2025 World Team Trials Challenge Tournament

    May 10, 2025

    It's not college wrestling season, but NCAA wrestling fans can still root for their favorite athletes at the World Team Trials Challenge Tournament this weekend in Louisville, Kentucky!
  11. The College Wrestling Fan Guide To The 2025 US Open

    The College Wrestling Fan Guide To The 2025 US Open

    Apr 21, 2025

    The US Open is bringing the most talented wrestlers from across the country to Las Vegas, and that includes many the best NCAA D1 athletes, graduates and recruits.
  12. What's Next For Kyle Dake And Kyle Snyder After 2024 Olympics

    What's Next For Kyle Dake And Kyle Snyder After 2024 Olympics

    Aug 14, 2024

    Kyle Dake navigated his way to international wrestling’s top step with impenetrable defense.
  13. Kyle Dake Wins A Bronze Medal At The 2024 Paris Olympics

    Kyle Dake Wins A Bronze Medal At The 2024 Paris Olympics

    Aug 10, 2024

    Kyle Dake won a bronze medal for Team USA at the 2024 Olympics in the 74 kg weight class. Check out the below article for Lee's complete results from Paris.
  14. Kyle Dake And His Path To Olympic Wrestling Gold: Here's a Breakdown

    Kyle Dake And His Path To Olympic Wrestling Gold: Here's a Breakdown

    Aug 8, 2024

    Kyle will wrestle in the 74 kg weight class at the Paris Olympics. Dake will start his tournament on Friday, August 8 with the opening rounds starting at 5:00 am (ET). Check out the below article for a full breakdown of Kyle Dake’s draw in the 74 kg Olympic bracket.
  15. Kyle Dake The Olympic Gold Favorite - 74 kg 2024 Olympic Wrestling Preview

    Kyle Dake The Olympic Gold Favorite - 74 kg 2024 Olympic Wrestling Preview

    Jun 11, 2024

    The 2024 Olympics are set to go down in Paris, France with wrestling being featured August 5-11. The 74 kg weight class might be the deepest of any in the world and is highlighted by Team USA’s four-time world champion Kyle Dake and defending world/Olympic champion Zaurbek Sidakov. Check out the article below for a full preview of this incredible weight class with full medal predictions.