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Seminar in the framework of the IWF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM in MALTA

We would like to draw your attention to the IWF – Mediterranean Weightlifting Confederation (MWC) seminar in the framework of the Development Program which will be held from 20th to 23rd October in Malta (Seashells Resort at Suncrest-Qawra) during the “V Mediterranean Cup”. Renowned and experienced lecturers will lecture about “New skills for developing Weightlifting” […]

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Dramatic surprises in Men’s Superheavy

The 26th of September, last competition day, was full of surprises and happy outcomes mixed with unlucky moves causing injuries. We assisted to great fights within the 105kg and the +105kg bodyweight category. In Men’s 105kg, Russia and Poland gained the most part of the medal competition. KLOKOV Dmitriy (RUS) silver medalist of the Olympic […]

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Women wind up WWC with brilliant finish

Women’s competition ended on the 9th Competition day with the +75kg bodyweight category. From beginning till the end of the Championships women were unstoppable and continued performing World Records. KASHIRINA Tatiana (RUS) broke all 3 junior World Records with 145kg in Snatch, 170kg in Clean & Jerk and 315kg in the Total. Her performance in […]

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IWF Intercontinental Club Grand-Prix

The International Weightlifting Federation is pleased to announce that from the 10th until the 16th of December 2010 Penang, Malaysia will host the IWF Intercontinental Club Grand-Prix. The event will be a Qualification Event for the 2012 Olympic Games. Best teams will receive Prize Money in both Men and Women competitions. IWF intends to hold […]

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HERNANDEZ Yoelmis from Group B on the 3rd place of the podium!

ZIELINSKI Adrian (POL) displayed an explosive performance and won 3 medals including the gold in Total. After an unfortunate accident the Armenian lifter KHACHATRYAN Ara had his elbow seriously injured during his first attempt of Clean & Jerk. He was not able to continue the competition any more, there for his coach went up on […]

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