Team USA knocks off Russians 5-2 in freestyle dual at New York City's Times Square

May 5, 2011, 12:19 PM (ET)

by USA Wrestling

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NEW YORK - Olympic gold medalist Henry Cejudo triumphed in his return to lead the U.S. freestyle team to a 5-2 win over Russia in a dual meet Thursday night at Times Square.

Cejudo was competing for the first time since winning the 2008 Olympics.

Hodge Trophy winners Brent Metcalf and Jordan Burroughs followed with wins before past World Team member Jake Varner and World silver medalist Tervel Dlagnev added victories.

More details on the win will follow on TheMat.com.

Team USA knocks off Russians 5-2 in freestyle dual at New York City's Times Square

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