Samoan lifters continue to raise the bar ahead of Tokyo Olympics

The Samoa Weightlifting Association has not let COVID-19 restrictions stop its members from achieving their targets.

SWA President, Tuaopepe Jerry Wallwork said he is proud of his team's achievements but it does not stop there as they will continue on with their training. 

"There is a lot of uncertainties right now, but we are still training as always. The team is well prepared if ever they'll go to the Tokyo Olympics," he added.

"Right now, everything is an 'if' due to border restrictions and also there are a lot of uncertainties."

Samoan top weightlifter, Done Opeloge continues to impress his trainers with his achievements.

"Currently Don is in the top 3 for the world record, but if he lifts well tonight and this week then there is a chance of him being ranked first in the World.”

According to Tuaopepe, the athletes who have qualified for the Tokyo Olympics have not been confirmed yet.