Titans of '32
An academic exploration of the Men's +82.5 kg weightlifting competition at the 1932 Summer Olympics, examining the athletes, their achievements, and the records set.
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Medalists
Gold Medalist
Jaroslav Skobla
Czechoslovakia (TCH)
Total: 380 kg
Silver Medalist
Václav Pšenička
Czechoslovakia (TCH)
Total: 377.5 kg
Bronze Medalist
Josef Straßberger
Germany (GER)
Total: 377.5 kg
Records
Pre-Olympic Records
The standing world and Olympic records prior to the 1932 Games were as follows:
During the 1932 event, new Olympic records were established:
- Josef Strassberger improved the Olympic record in the Press with 125 kg.
- Václav Pšenička set a new Olympic record in the Snatch with 117.5 kg.
- Jaroslav Skobla established new Olympic records in the Clean & Jerk (152.5 kg) and the Total (380 kg).
Detailed Results
Performance Breakdown
All figures are presented in kilograms (kg). The competition took place on July 31, 1932, featuring six athletes from four nations.
Event Context
The 1932 Los Angeles Games
The Men's +82.5 kg (Heavyweight) weightlifting competition was a significant event within the broader context of the 1932 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles, California. This particular weight class represented the pinnacle of strength contested during the Games.
Weight Class Details
The heavyweight division, designated as +82.5 kg, was the heaviest category available for male weightlifters at these Olympics. It accommodated athletes weighing over 181.5 pounds, showcasing the exceptional strength and power required to compete at this elite level.
International Participation
This event saw participation from six distinguished athletes representing four different nations: Czechoslovakia, Germany, France, and the United States. The competition, held on Sunday, July 31, 1932, highlighted the global reach and competitive spirit of the sport.
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