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Amanda Lemos overcomes a last-minute weight crisis ahead of her strawweight bout
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A race against time for Amanda Lemos ahead of her strawweight bout at Light Games 2024.
To remember:
- Amanda Lemos nearly disqualified after two attempts over the 116-pound strawweight limit.
- The Brazilian saves her fight against Alexia Thainara after a one-hour wait and a private attempt at 115.5 pounds.
- Mateusz Gamrot and Quillan Salkilld, the lightweight headliners, easily meet the 155.5-pound limit.
The weigh-in for the Light Games 2024 delivered a major surprise for Amanda Lemos, the Brazilian strawweight. Amid a slump with two consecutive losses, she nearly faced elimination after exceeding the weight limit twice. Her first attempt registered 117 pounds, then 116.5 after shedding her clothes. A critical situation that required a one-hour wait and a final private attempt to finally hit the required 115.5 pounds. A performance that saved her fight against Alexia Thainara at the last possible moment.
A Race Against Time
Tension was high during this chaotic weigh-in. Amanda Lemos, under pressure after back-to-back losses, had to try three times to meet the 116-pound strawweight limit. After a first attempt at 117 pounds, she stripped down to reach 116.5, still over the limit. It was only after a one-hour wait and a final private attempt that she finally made weight. A happy ending that secured her showdown with Alexia Thainara.Lightweights Sail Through
Unlike the Brazilian, the lightweight headliners had no issues making weight. Mateusz Gamrot, ranked No. 11 in the world, and Quillan Salkilld, No. 13, both weighed in at 155.5 pounds, confirming their optimal preparation for their respective bouts. A consistency that stands in stark contrast to Amanda Lemos’ struggles.An outcome that underscores the importance of weight management in combat sports. Amanda Lemos bounced back from a weight crisis to save her fight, while the lightweight headliners demonstrated their professionalism.
Editor's Opinion
By Celtic
Amanda Lemos, this Brazilian warrior, deserves a standing ovation for her race against the clock! Between two losses, she saved her fight and her skin—that’s MMA: resilience above all. It doesn’t break three takedowns in an octagon, but damn, it gets the crowd going. Respect to the warriors, always.