PNG lifter Dika Toua claimed a silver medal despite injuring her leg in the process of attempting to lift 108Kg in the Clean and Jerk Category.
Having already cleared 78Kg in the Snatch and 103Kg in her forst attempt, she was assured of silver and in pursuit of Gold over the very strong Canadian girl, Maryse Turcotte.
With another 10Kg up her sleeve at least Dika then moved up to 108Kg and into a position to challenge the leader after the snatch. Not quite timing he3r lift, she dropped the weight behiond her head and just clipped her foot with the weight. Despite this she came out again to attempt 108 Kg but to no avail.
Her performance while well below her best, was clearly outstanding and courageous as well as a just reward for years of hard work, dedication and sacrifice........
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Last Modified on 18/03/2006 01:33