Weightlifter Hripsime Khurshudyan plans comeback in 2014 after marriage

Weightlifter Hripsime Khurshudyan plans comeback in 2014 after marriage

PanARMENIAN.Net - European weightlifting champion, Olympic bronze medal winner Hripsime Khurshudyan commented on her performance at London 2012 Olympics.

“I’ve returned from London in high spirits. During my third clean and jerk attempt, confidence helped me lift the barbell. I didn’t’ know then that would bring bronze to my country,” Khurshudyan said.

“I’m getting married this year. I’ll continue performing in 2014 after one year vacation,” the weightlifter said, naming gaining weigh to vie for gold medal a priority for her,” she said.

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