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Hampton MorrisAmerican weightlifter
Date of Birth: 17.02.2004
Country:  USA |
Content:
- American Weightlifter in the 61kg Category
- World and Continental Dominance
- Pan American Reign and World Medal
- Olympic Medalist
American Weightlifter in the 61kg Category
Early SuccessesCarson Michael Hampton, an American weightlifter competing in the 61 kg category, has achieved remarkable success in his career. In 2021, he triumphed at the World Junior Championships in the same category. He went on to claim the Pan American Championship title in November 2021 with a total lift of 268 kg.
World and Continental Dominance
Hampton continued his winning streak in 2022, capturing the World Junior Championship title in May with a remarkable lift of 276 kg. In July, he secured his second consecutive Pan American Championship victory. In December, he made his senior World Championship debut in Bogota and placed 15th in the 61 kg category with a total of 275 kg.
Pan American Reign and World Medal
2023 marked another stellar year for Hampton. At the Pan American Championships in Argentina, he dominated the 61 kg category, becoming a three-time continental champion with a total lift of 281 kg. At the World Championships in Saudi Arabia, he showcased his strength by snatching a bronze medal in the clean and jerk with a lift of 168 kg.
Olympic Medalist
The pinnacle of Hampton's career came at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Competing in the 61 kg category, he lifted a total of 298 kg, securing a bronze medal. Although he fell behind the Olympic champion by 12 kg, Hampton's achievement remains a testament to his hard work and dedication.
