Powerlifting racism row: Spotter declares 'I am racist' after sabotaging star's record attempt - admitting in astonishing social media post: 'I did it intentionally'
A powerlifting assistant is under police investigation in Lithuania after claiming he deliberately sabotaged a Black athlete's squat attempt because he is 'racist'.
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What happenedA powerlifting assistant is under police investigation in Lithuania after claiming he deliberately sabotaged a Black athlete's squat attempt because he is 'racist'.
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Powerlifting racism row: Spotter declares 'I am racist' after sabotaging star's record attempt - admitting in astonishing social media post: 'I did it intentionally'
A powerlifting assistant is under police investigation in Lithuania after claiming he deliberately sabotaged a Black athlete's squat attempt because he is 'racist'.
