I tried to stay away from ties and at least get inside control. I didn't really feel it during the match, it felt okay afterwards.

It was great. I didn't think I would scream that loud. It was a harder weight class than last year.

It was great [to see Sam win]. He definitely deserved it. He works with me all off-season. We train together. He's going to have a good future.

I stayed pretty conservative when we were in neutral.

I tried to stay away from tie-ups. I got an ultrasound before the match. I didn't really feel it during the match, but it felt OK before it.