Li was the runaway winner by lifting a total of 309 kilograms (681 pounds) in the sport’s final event, helping China to win half the Olympic weightlifting titles
Gold medalist Li Wenwen of China celebrates on the podium with silver medalist Hyejeong Park of South Korea and bronze medallist Emily Campbell of Britain.Li Wenwen won the women’s +81 kilogram division on Sunday to give China five gold medals in weightlifting at the Paris Olympics.
“I haven’t had a good night’s sleep in over 300 days,” Li said. “The pressure was huge. But to be able to deliver, I feel like my country never gave up on me. When I needed it most, I got the best treatment to be able to overcome injuries.”
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