Gay Games Ambassador takes gold at World Deadlift Championships

Chris Morgan, the current Gay Games Powerlifting champion, has won Gold at the World Deadlift Championships.

He was lifting in the World Championship Single Event competition, held in Bradford in England, and made lifts of 200 kg followed by 230 kg and then 250 kg to clinch the World Open title in the 82.5 kilo class. Chris also finished second overall amongst 120 lifters, narrowly missing out on the ‘best lifter’ award that is presented across all weight classes

Speaking about the competition, Chris said, "I’m absolutely delighted to have won my second World Open Championship. I’m surprised by this result after my injury problems earlier this year, but now extremely encouraged by my recent form and results. The World Deadlift championship has always been a title that I’ve coveted, and to win it in my home country makes everything so extra special. I’d like to thank my family, friends and supporters for all their encouragement this year and especially the Federation of Gay Games for the continued inspiration."

"My next competition is the World Drug Free Powerlifting Championship being held in Milton Keynes, England in November and then South West Divisional Championship in Newquay, England in early December. I’m also looking forward to the Gay Games, which are taking place in the beautiful city of Cologne from 31 July to 7 August of next year."

Chris's website: chunkymuscle.com