Rick Holbrook

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Rick Holbrook (May 22, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois – December 23, 2007) was an Olympic weightlifter for the United States.

Patrick Joseph "Rick" Holbrook, Jr. competed in his weightlifting competitions at 198 lbs standing at 5 foot 10 inches tall.

Holbrook is a member of the York Barbell Club, York.

Holbrook was known for his infamous speed and technique in his lifting. He was more successful in his quick lifts than the presses.

In 1972, Holbrook worked his way up to lifting a total of 512.5 kg. He pressed 162.5 kg. snatched 155.0 kg. and 197.5 kg on the clean & jerk.

Olympic Games team member (1972)

Senior National Champion (1971 and 1972)

Competed in World Championships (1970 & 1971) taking 7th place in 1971

AAU champion (1971 & 1972)

Named Best Lifter at AAUs (1972)

Won silver medal at Pan American Games (1971)

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