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The long-forgotten profile of wrestling legend Dan Gable every Hawkeyes fan should read SOURCE: www.desmoinesregister.com December 07, 2020
Dan Gable drove himself sweating and panting up a mile-long hill on a scorching afternoon as if it were 1972 and dreams of Olympic gold floated through his mind. After the run, he drew a circle on the dusty country road and struck a familiar stance against an imaginary foe. The scars on his damaged knees turned bright red and glistened in the blazing sun. As always, Dan Gable was ready for combat. I love wrestling its my whole life. Only my family comes before it, said the man who commonly is called the greatest wrestler in U.S. history. Comments |