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Sporting Witness: Anthony Robles

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29/04/2021 GMT

Anthony Robles

BBC World Service - Sporting Witness, Anthony Robles

The one-legged wrestler who won a national college title in the United States in 2011

In March 2011, Anthony Robles won a national college wrestling title in the United States despite being born with only one leg. Relying on upper-body strength and a unique sense of balance, Robles went undefeated throughout the entire season and was voted the outstanding wrestler of the NCAA finals. He also holds the world record for the most pull-ups in one minute. Anthony Robles talks to Ian Williams. 

PHOTO: Anthony Robles in action at the 2011 finals (Getty Images)

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