Already a sad note for Team USA Boxing. Gary Russell Jr., expected to be a medal contender passed out earlier before weigh-ins.
Russell Jr. was attempting to weigh in at 119 lbs, when he's been fighting at 125 lbs. Coaches have noticed that he's been sweating less and his recent collapse is assumed to be due to dehydration. An Intravenous was inserted into the athlete and he is feeling much better. Although he's very depressed, he just wants to go home.
This comes as a big blow to Team USA Boxing since they're already bringing a team that is very small. A team which hasn't been this small since the 1948 London games.
Story: Sports Illustrated
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