German Gold for 105+ weightlifting

[Christofaux]

Did anyone else watch this?

http://news.sbs.com.au/worldnewsaustralia/german_wins_105kg_weightlifting_gold_555352

Was a bit of a tear jerker, he was the last lift of the night, i think everyone wanted him to win.

 

[mjs020294]

Very touching story indeed.

There has been some great side stories in these Olympics. Awesome venue, fantastic organization, great sport and really good human interest stories.....doesn't get much better than this IMO.

 

[gaffs]

Fat git.

 

[Ixion]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/olympics/weightlifting/7571099.stm