A wrestler from Wyoming, this famous Mormon wrestler was known as the ‘Mormon Farm Boy’ who went on to secure a gold medal in the 2000 Olympics in what was described as the biggest upset in the history of the sport. A miracle on the mat, Gardner quickly became a celebrity Mormon in his home-town for his feats on the world stage.

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