Mac Stout defeats brother in NCAA wrestling championship match

Mac Stout of the University of Pittsburgh defeated his older brother, Luke Stout of Princeton, in a close match at the NCAA Wrestling Championships. The match, held in Philadelphia, ended with a score of 4-2 in favor of Mac, who is a sophomore and sixth seed competing in the 197-pound weight class. This encounter is notable as it marks the first time in NCAA Division I tournament history that brothers faced off against each other. The match was emotional for both wrestlers. Mac expressed his mixed feelings after the victory, acknowledging that it felt strange to compete against someone he is so close to. The siblings have been friends, teammates, and practice partners throughout their lives. Mac reflected on their bond, saying he speaks to Luke every day and they usually talk about anything but wrestling. Prior to this championship, both brothers won conference titles just weeks apart. Luke has traditionally been the more accomplished wrestler, leading Mac to joke about finally getting revenge after years of sibling rivalry. Despite the competitive moment, both brothers embraced after the match, demonstrating their strong relationship. Mac is set to face former national champion AJ Ferrari in his next match. Meanwhile, Luke can still aim to become an All-American by winning his upcoming matches. Mac expressed confidence that they would both meet again on the podium, hoping Luke can bounce back.