- The 2000 Olympic Gold Medalist Greco-Roman wrestling (120kg division), defeating Aleksandr Karelin of Russia. Prior to this loss, Karelin had not lost a match in 13 years and had not allowed a point to an opponent in 6 years.
- Three-time US national champion in 1995, 1997, and 2001.
- 2004 Olympic bronze medalist.
- Inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2010.
- A contestant in Pride Fighting Championships. (October 2004)
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