Shelby Autrie Wilson (born July 14, 1937) is an American wrestler and Olympic champion.
His journey to the 1960 Olympics began with a second place finish at a qualifying tournament, to earn a spot in the training camp.
Wilson would defeat the challengers below him and then beat the top-ranked wrestler to earn his spot on the USA freestyle team.
[3] In 1982, Wilson was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member.
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