Is capitalism ruining western weightlifting?

[yeti]

A short article from the dprk on western weightliftings lack of recent success.
Ironically I can see some sense in it ie other strength sports predominating.

http://www.kcna.co.jp/item/2013/2013...1118-17ee.html

[Mark Rippetoe]

The North Korean news people are renowned across the globe for their insightful examination of many topics. This is obviously no exception.

[curlrackhog]

The North Korean news people are renowned across the globe for their insightful examination of many topics. This is obviously no exception.

I can't wait to see the "Western Strength Coach Proclaims Glorious Leader as Ultimate Authority on Everything" article next.

[Tom Campitelli]

The North Korean news people are renowned across the globe for their insightful examination of many topics. This is obviously no exception.

This was good.

[Simon Rest]

I can't wait to see the "Western Strength Coach Proclaims Glorious Leader as Ultimate Authority on Everything" article next.

if Kim Jong Un is reportedly the world's best golfer, hitting several holes in one per round, I can only imagine he can snatch 250kg

[lewabbit]

I can't wait to see the "Western Strength Coach Proclaims Glorious Leader as Ultimate Authority on Everything" article next.

This made me chuckle out loud.

[DoctorWho]

"As a matter of fact, in capitalist society the national sports development depends on market, not on the state policy, and making money is regarded more important than to display nation's honor."

A compliment, even if unintended.

[FatButWeak]

Hyperbolic, yes. But wrong.......?

[quikky]

This is a tragedy produced by the depraved capitalist system in which money decides everything.

This is funny coming from a starving country where the ruler is the only fat guy.

[Giri Kotte]

Once in a while communists feel the need to justify their existence....to themselves.