Horrific Olympic Game Weightlifting Injury

Janos Baranyai dislocates his elbow during live competition

The Olympic Weightlifting Tournament has had his share of sad moments. The Hungarian weightlifter Janos Baranyai has suffered an ugly injury during live competition. His right elbow couldn't handle the extra pressure and dislocated out of the socket. This provided some horrific images for the audience and terrible pain for the athlete.

Janos Baranyai was at his 3rd attempt of trying to snatch 148 kg. It proved to be way to match for him. He lost the handle of the barbell, twisted his left arm and dislocated his shoulder.

The Hungarian staff rushed to help him. The weightlifter was eventually rushed to the hospital as he needed further assistance in order to get a proper diagnose and treatment. Watch below the pictures of this horrible accident, caught during live video coverage.


Janos Baranyai - weightlifting attempt


Janos Baranyai - loses his balance after injuring his elbow.
Janos Baranyai - in terrible pain


Janos Baranyai - collapses on the ground.


Janos Baranyai - ugly injury.