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The world record of 23.56 meters and the Olympic record of 23.30 meters — both his own — stand.
A downpour affected the performances. Some of his opponents slipped, slid, or fell on the 7-foot rain-soaked circle, while Crouser took more cautious if less graceful spins.
The 31-year-old, whose best throw of the final was a seasonal best of 22.90, has dealt with a series of injuries this year, including his throwing elbow.
“This year hasn’t been easy,” he said. “A lot of self-doubt as to whether I would get back. It’s made it all the more special to be out there tonight. There were a lot of times I thought I might not be."
TVNL Comment: Kudos, Ryan, you're amazing!!!