Skip to Content
NBC Olympics

Papua New Guinea’s Toua first woman to lift in five Olympics

Dika Toua smiles after making history as first five-time female Olympian lifter
Dika Toua smiles after making history as first five-time female Olympian lifter
By
Published 10:29 PM

(Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Papua New Guinea’s Toua became the first five-time female Olympian lifter on Saturday despite a bout with tuberculosis and a tournament sacrificed so her sister could compete in a previous Olympics.

Read More at NBCOlympics.com >>

Article Topic Follows: NBC Olympics

Jump to comments ↓

NBC Olympics

Related Articles

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content