Weightlifting world champion Simon Martirosyan has dedicated his victory to Armenia and all Armenians.
Speaking to Armenpress, Martirosyan said he still has not completely realized that he has become world champion.
“Becoming a champion was a unique feeling. I have not yet realized that I am a champion, but seeing in social websites how happy people are with my success, I understand what I have done”, the champion said.
“My opponents, of course, were strong, but this time I have prepared better,” Martirosyan said.
Simon Martirosyan became world champion at the championship in Turkmenistan raising 435 kg in total.
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