Mizo weightlifting sensation claims India's first Youth Olympics gold

October 09, 2018 12:50

Weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga scripted history by winning India's maiden gold medal at the Youth Olympics, claiming the top honours in the men's 62kg category in Buenos Aires.

The 15-year-old from Aizwal , who is also a world youth silver-medallist, lifted a total of 274kg (124kg +150kg) to finish on top in the Argentine capital on Monday night.

The silver medal went to Turkey's Toptas Caner, who lifted 263 kg (122kg+141kg), while Colombia's Villar Estiven Jose took the bronze with an effort of 260 kg (115kg+143kg). The Mizo sensation, who will turn 16 on October 26, is being touted as the next big thing in Indian weightlifting.

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