Rick Holbrook (May 22, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois – December 23, 2007) was an Olympic weightlifter for the United States. [1]
Patrick Joseph "Rick" Holbrook, Jr. competed in his weightlifting competitions at 198 lbs standing at 5 foot 10 inches tall. [2]
Holbrook is a member of the York Barbell Club, York. [2]
Holbrook was known for his infamous speed and technique in his lifting. He was more successful in his quick lifts than the presses. [2]
In 1972, Holbrook worked his way up to lifting a total of 512.5 kg. He pressed 162.5 kg. snatched 155.0 kg. and 197.5 kg on the clean & jerk. [2]