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The national weightlifting team for the visually impaired added 15 more gold medals on the second day of the World Championships in Kazakhstan. Champion Kevin Mbugua secured four additional golds, continuing his dominance. Kenya also won 9 silver and 5 bronze medals. Although the team faced challenges in the squat category, they excelled in the deadlift category.
Kenya's team for the visually impaired wins 15 More Medals at the World Championships in Kazakhstan
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