Hixson native Olivia Reeves, is an Olympic Gold Champion

PARIS, (WDEF)-Olivia Reeves has etched her name into the Olympic record books. The 21-year-old claimed gold in her first Olympic appearance, securing the USA’s second weightlifting gold since 2000.

Reeves broke an Olympic record in the snatch, listing an incredible 117kg. The snatch performance put her in prime position for gold. Her first clean and jerk attempt of 140kg solidified her lead, leading to an eventual no doubt victory even with two lifts left.