Still thrillin'
By Shi Futian |
China Daily |
Updated: 2021-08-12 09:40
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Lyu Xiaojun
At the age of 37, China's Lyu Xiaojun became the oldest man to win an Olympic weightlifting gold medal when he triumphed in the 81kg category. He also set three new Olympic records in Tokyo. He won gold at the London 2012 Games, and a silver at Rio 2016. Lyu, whose training videos have proved a massive hit on social media, said his love for the sport keeps him motivated. "I have enjoyed weightlifting from a young age, and it's my passion," he said. "This is why I have carried on until I'm 37 and might continue until I'm 40."
