Official Olympic medal tally from the International Olympic Committee (IOC)

Li Wenwen Wins 40th Gold for China in Women's Over 81kg, Lifts 309kg at Paris Olympics

Aug 11, 2024, 11:52 AM

Chinese weightlifter Li Wenwen successfully defended her title by winning the gold medal in the women's over 81kg category at the Paris Olympics. This victory marks the 40th gold medal for Team China in the current Olympic Games, making it the second most successful Olympics for China in terms of gold medals, following the 2008 Beijing Games. Li Wenwen lifted a total of 309kg to secure her win. Her victory was celebrated with a lighthearted moment when she lifted her coach on stage.