Ryan Crouser Claims Third Olympic Gold with a Stellar 22.90m Throw: Explore His Journey and Techniques: Breaking His Own Limits

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Ryan Crouser, the legendary shot put thrower from the USA, has once again demonstrated why he is the world's premier athlete in this sport.

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Delivering an outstanding throw of 22.90 meters, he won the contest by a margin of 0.75 meters.

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Crouser secured the gold medal in his third consecutive Olympic Games.

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His impressive journey began at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where he captured his first gold medal with a throw of 22.52 meters.

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Continuing his exceptional performance at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Crouser set a new record with a throw of 23.30 meters.

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Crouser continually sets new benchmarks in athletics.

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He holds the world record with a throw of 23.56 meters, achieved at the USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix in 2023.

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At just 16 years old, Crouser won his first significant gold medal.

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Crouser, along with teammates Joe Kovacs and Payton Otterdahl, is currently among the most formidable competitors in shot put worldwide.

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Gabby Thomas Finally Secures Elusive Gold with a Stunning 21.83s Finish—Who Did She Overtake?

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