TWO Durham men have represented Great Britain in the World Masters Bench Press Championships.
Gavin Walker and Alex Lee were part of a 20-strong team who travelled to Schwedt, near the German-Polish border, for the 24-nation tournament.
Mr Lee, 62, of Belmont, who trains at Durham City Amateur Rowing Club, won a bronze medal. Mr Walker, 67, who trains at Stanley and Consett sports centres, came fifth in the 100kg weight class.
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