North Korea shows weightlifting prowess in Nagoya
North Korea’s Ri Won-ju claimed the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games men’s 70-kilogram weightlifting title on Saturday, showcasing overwhelming strength in the clean and jerk. With the country struggling in gymnastics, canoeing and other events, all five of its gold medals so far have come from weightlifting. Ri won the gold medal in the men’s 70kg category at the Nagoya Small and Medium Enterprise…
North Korea's weightlifting athlete, Ri Won-ju, secured the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games men's 70-kilogram title on Saturday. The event took place at the Nagoya Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion Center in Nagoya, Japan. Ri lifted a total of 349 kilograms, consisting of 151 kilograms in the snatch and 198 kilograms in the clean and jerk.
Prior to the competition, Ri initially failed to lift 146 kilograms in his first attempt, but managed to successfully lift 146 kilograms in his second attempt and 151 kilograms in his third. Despite finishing second in the snatch, Ri delivered a remarkable performance in the clean and jerk. He effortlessly lifted 187 kilograms in his first attempt, leading to a total of 198 kilograms in his third attempt, ultimately surpassing his competitors.
Miyamoto secured the silver medal with a total of 342 kilograms, achieved through a 154-kilogram snatch and an unspecified amount in the clean and jerk.
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