Gerd Bonk
German weightlifter (1951-2014) · Germany · On the map · Athletes · Died at 63
Gerd Bonk was an East German weightlifter who was active from 1969 to 1980 who won silver at the 1976 Summer Olympics, bronze at the 1972 Summer Olympics, and set three world records. He was the first man in history to clean and jerk 250 kg (551 lb).
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He also achieved numerous other top-three placements at World Championships and European Weightlifting Championships. He was also a master mechanic.
Country
Germany
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1951 to 2014 · aged 63
