Weightlifting at the 1960 Summer Olympics
In today's world, Weightlifting at the 1960 Summer Olympics has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide spectrum of people. Whether due to its impact on society, its influence on culture or its importance in the academic field, Weightlifting at the 1960 Summer Olympics has become a recurring topic of conversation in various circles. From its origins to its relevance today, Weightlifting at the 1960 Summer Olympics has generated endless debates and reflections that have not only enriched knowledge on the subject, but have also triggered significant changes in different aspects of daily life. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the impact of Weightlifting at the 1960 Summer Olympics, analyzing its different facets and reflecting on its importance in today's world.
| Weightlifting at the Games of the XVII Olympiad | |
|---|---|
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| Venue | Palazzetto dello Sport |
| Dates | 7–10 September 1960 |
| Competitors | 172 from 53 nations |
| Weightlifting at the 1960 Summer Olympics | |
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| Men | |
| 56 kg | |
| 60 kg | |
| 67.5 kg | |
| 75 kg | |
| 82.5 kg | |
| 90 kg | |
| +90 kg | |
The weightlifting competition at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome consisted of seven weight classes, all for men only.
Medal summary
Medal table
| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Soviet Union (URS) | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 |  United States (USA) | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 |
| 3 |  Poland (POL) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 4 |  Japan (JPN) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
 Singapore (SIN) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| 6 |  Great Britain (GBR) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
 Hungary (HUN) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
 Iran (IRI) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
 Iraq (IRQ) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
 Italy (ITA) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Totals (10 entries) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 21 | |
References
- ^ "Weightlifting at the 1960 Rome Summer Games". Sports Reference. Archived from the original on 17 April 2020. Retrieved 28 December 2019.
Sources
- "Olympic Medal Winners". International Olympic Committee. Retrieved 21 December 2006.
