Everest Leydecker secures U20 World Championship for Iowa women's wrestling
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:23 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Everest Leydecker of Iowa women's wrestling won the U20 World Championship at 55 kilograms in Bratislava, Slovakia, on August 20. This victory marks her second U20 World title, adding to a strong performance where she outscored her opponents 30-2 throughout the tournament. Leydecker defeated Japan's Nana Kozuka in the finals after trailing 2-0 in the first period. Other Iowa wrestlers competed as well, including Dreshaun Ross, who earned a silver medal at 125 kilograms in freestyle. Leydecker's success positions her for potential titles in upcoming U23 and Senior World Championships this year.
- •Leydecker won the U20 World Championship on August 20.
- •She outscored her opponents 30-2 in the tournament.
- •Dreshaun Ross earned a silver medal at 125 kilograms.
- •Other Iowa competitors included Karlee Brooks and Bella Williams.
- •Leydecker is eligible for U23 and Senior World Championships soon.
- 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa women's wrestling's Everest Leydecker wins U20 World championship
"Iowa women's wrestler Everest Leydecker secured a U20 World Championship. See how she and others with Iowa ties performed.
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