[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4616]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING MARCUS CHRISTOPHER AS OHIO'S 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 
                          CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

  (Mrs. SYKES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Marcus Christopher 
as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week after 
capturing the gold medal in BMX Park at the X Games in Chiba, Japan.
  After previously recognizing Marcus for representing the United 
States at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, I am proud to once again 
celebrate his achievements and the pride that he brings to our 
community.
  Marcus earned his second career X Games gold medal and seventh X 
Games medal overall with a remarkable performance that showcased why he 
is one of the world's best BMX riders.
  Marcus is a proud product of Stark County and a graduate of Lake High 
School.
  After turning professional at just 13 years old, Marcus has continued 
to push the limits of BMX, or bicycle motocross, on the world's biggest 
stages.
  I congratulate Marcus on this incredible achievement. His talent, 
determination, and dedication to his craft are exactly why Ohio's 13th 
Congressional District is proudly known as the Birthplace of Champions.

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