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Lee Roy James (October 31, 1953 – February 11, 2023) was an American Olympic weightlifter. [1]
On February 18, 2023, it was announced that James had died at the age of 69. [2]
Weightlifting achievements
- Silver Medalist Olympic Games (1976)
- Silver Medalist Senior World Championships (1976)
- Senior American record holder in snatch (1972-1992)
- Senior National Champion (1976 and 1978)
References
- ^ Olympic results
- ^ Oliver, Brian (18 February 2023). "American Olympic weightlifting medallist Lee James dies aged 69". Inside the Games. Retrieved 18 February 2023.
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