THREE-PEAT WOULD BE A FEAT
Gophers senior Tony Nelson is attempting to become the first three-time NCAA wrestling champ in school history. Here's a look at the two-time national champs:
WrestlerWeightYears
Tony NelsonHeavyweight2012, 2013
Cole KonradHeavyweight2006, 2007
Damion Hahn1972003, 2004
Tim Hartung190, 1971998, 1999
Verne Gagne191, Heavyweight1948, 1949
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