The United States’ long wait for an Olympic men’s weightlifting medalist is over after four decades, as Marietta, Georgia’s Hampton Morris, lifted to bronze in the men’s 61kg (134 lbs.) final.
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Hampton Morris celebrates winning at bronze medal in the men's 61kg competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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