Yeison Lopez Sets New World Record in Mexico
Yeison Lopez once again showed why he is one of the biggest names in Colombian and world weightlifting. The Paris 2024 Olympic silver medalist delivered an outstanding performance this Tuesday, October 6, in Tepic, Mexico, where he was crowned overall champion in the 85-kilogram category and set a new world record in the total, in […]
Colombian weightlifter Yeison Lopez shattered the world record in the 85-kg category during competition in Tepic, Mexico on October 6. The silver medalist from the 2024 Paris Olympics showcased his dominance by clinching the overall champion title and setting a new world record in the total, alongside three Pan American records.
Lopez began the competition with a successful 165-kilogram lift in the snatch discipline, equaling the world record and setting a new Pan American mark. He repeated his success in the clean and jerk by lifting 210 kilograms, further solidifying his lead. With these impressive lifts, Yeison Lopez reached an astonishing total of 383 kilograms, breaking the world record for the 85-kg category and completing a triple Pan American record.
This exceptional performance confirms Lopez's ability to excel across various weightlifting categories and cements his status as a standout figure in Colombian and international weightlifting.
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