“Always a bridesmaid, never a bride”. The expression is self-explanatory and is used by US lifter Mattie Rogers to describe her past performances at the IWF World Championships: 13 medals, including nine silver and four bronze. The so-awaited gold may be reserved for 2023, at the global showcase in Riyadh (KSA), in September. “I don’t […]
Get to know Romania's gold and silver World Championship medallist, Loredana Elena Toma...
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Find out Olympic silver medallist, Hidilyn Diaz's favourite food, music and lift! Get to know the Filipino weightlifting star...
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We asked professional weightlifters from around the world what their 2019 New Year’s resolutions were. Here’s what they said… Mohamed Ehab (EGY), 81kg “Achieve new world records and be the best weightlifter in the world.” Christine Girard (CAN), retired “Get more involved in the anti-doping movement both domestically and internationally.” Jessica Lucero (USA), 59kg “Go […]
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Name: Rebeka Koha D.O.B: 19 May 1998 Nationality: Latvian Bodyweight Category: 59kg Major Medals (Total): 18 (youth, junior and senior) Personal Bests: Snatch: 103kg Clean and Jerk: 124kg Total: 227kg — CAREER 1. Snatch or clean & jerk? Clean & Jerk. 2. What do you like to listen to when training? I don’t listen to […]
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