Trump and Musk Attend NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia
Former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk made a notable appearance at the NCAA Wrestling Championships held in Philadelphia on March 23, 2025. The event, which saw Penn State clinch another title with standout performances from wrestlers like Hendrickson, who stunned Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson, became a focal point for political and business figures alike.
Trump's presence at the championships was met with a roaring reception, as noted by a senator who remarked that it demonstrated widespread respect for Trump's fighting spirit. This event not only highlighted the competitive spirit of college wrestling but also underscored the intersection of sports with political and economic spheres, as evidenced by the attendance of high-profile figures like Trump and Musk.
The championships served as a platform for showcasing athletic prowess and also as a stage for influential personalities to engage with the public. With Trump's continued influence and Musk's interest in various sectors, their attendance added an extra layer of intrigue to an already intense competition.
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Was Trump at the NCAA wrestling tournament?
President Donald Trump attended the NCAA wrestling championships in Philadelphia on Saturday and celebrated with Wyatt Hendrickson, who upset Gable Steveson for the NCAA heavyweight title. Hendrickson rallied with a late takedown to beat Steveson, an Olympic champion.
Why is Trump at the wrestling championship?
The reason I'm going is in Philadelphia. They have the NCAA, world, wrestling for college. And I've always supported the wrestlers,' Mr. Trump told reporters as he left the White House on Friday evening. 'I want to support them.
What time are the NCAA wrestling finals?
Championship finals | Saturday, March 22 at 7 p.m.
Why was Trump in Philadelphia?
PHILADELPHIA - President Donald Trump attended the NCAA wrestling championships on Saturday night for the second time in three years, the latest example of how he has mostly limited travel early in his new term to trips built around sports events.
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