Asian Games: Weightlifter Kristel Macrohon narrowly misses podium after finishing 4th

GMA Network - Sep 27, 2026

Kristel Macrohon was left just a few kilograms shy of the podium after finishing fourth in the women's 69kg weightlifting division at the 2026 Asian Games on Sunday in Nagoya, Japan.

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