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In a resounding affirmation of leadership and innovation in sports, Mohammed Jalood, the president of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF), has been awarded the coveted Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award. Recognized in the category of “Arab Administrator,” Mr. Jalood was celebrated for his impactful contributions to the sport, in a ceremony that underscores the UAE’s commitment to honoring sports development on a local and global scale. At the helm of the IWF since June 2022, Mr. Jalood has been the architect behind a sweeping reform within the federation, emphasizing the pillars of governance, athlete welfare, and anti-doping…

The leadership of the European Weightlifting Federation paid a visit in the capital of the Republic of North Macedonia between November 15 and 17, just a few months after the recognition of the status of Provisional Member of the International Weightlifting Federation and the Continental Federation of the National Weightlifting Federation respectively. EWF President, Kt. Antonio Conflitti, together with the Secretary General, Dr. Milan Mihajlovic and Member of the Executive Board, Mr. Alexandru Padure, enjoyed the hospitality of the leadership of the North Macedonian Olympic Committee, Dr. Daniel Dimevski, NOC President and Dr. Sasho Popovski, NOC General Secretary and Vladimir…

Nordic Championships Landskrona, Sweden Oct. 27-28, 2023 – The Nordic Weightlifting Federation comes to life in the fall when two championships are held. Landskrona, Sweden, welcomed lifters and officials from Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden to participate in the senior championships. All in all 62 lifters competed in the competition.On the women’s side Denmark performed the strongest winning the team trophy. The best female lifter was Norway’s Sol Anette Waaler who broke three Nordic records by snatching 87 kg and clean-and-jerking 107 kg for a total of 194 kg in the 55 kg weight category.The Team Trophy on…

Landskrona, Sweden – The 2023 Nordic Senior Weightlifting Championships, held in Landskrona, Sweden, marks a significant milestone in the sport’s history with the introduction of the first-ever all-female jury. The prestigious event, bringing together top weightlifters from across the Nordic region, is now accessible to a global audience through a live stream. Photographic highlights capturing the intensity and spirit of the competition have been by  P. Wiklund. These images, showcasing athletes’ dedication and the event’s vibrant atmosphere, can be viewed here. The EWF’s commendation serves as a testament to the Championships’ significance in promoting sports equality and innovation. The Landskrona…

The Bosnia and Herzegovina Weightlifting Federation recently organized a range of tournaments. These competitions included the Open Bosnia, River Sava Championship, Memorial Andrija Malec, Sarajevo Open International and the Memorial Nermin Zecic. The latter event was held to honor the memory of a weightlifter who unfortunately passed away at the age of 27 Winners: Open Bosnia – Albania  River SAVA Championship – Turkiye Memorial Andrija Malec – Italy Sarajevo Open International – Jordan Memorial Nermin Zecic – Croatia RESULTS The European Weightlifting Federation would like to congratulate all the winners and express gratitude to the federation for their dedication, in…

Plauen, Saxony – On October 27th and 28th, Plauen will witness a sporting extravaganza as it hosts the German Weightlifting Championships for both Juniors and Seniors. The event will be live on EWF Web TV. Scheduled to begin promptly at 10 AM on Friday and to conclude by 9 PM on Saturday, the event will witness fierce competitions spread across two days. With a roster boasting around 140 athletes, the championships are gearing up to be a monumental testament to strength, discipline, and resilience. This championship, one of the premier events in the German weightlifting calendar, will see the best…

We bid farewell to the remarkable David Pirie Webster OBE, who left an indelible mark on the world through his efforts as an author, historian, sports promoter, and administrator. In the realm of weightlifting, David Webster’s contributions were immeasurable. He held the esteemed position of Scottish Weightlifting Chairman and also served as the Scottish weightlifting national coach, referee, and competitor. His remarkable journey took him to the 1960, 1968, and 1972 Olympic Games as well as numerous World and European Championships.  Moreover, he also served Commonwealth Games Scotland firstly as its Chairman then honorary Life President.David’s passion for Highland Games…

This week saw critical milestones in the Olympic story as the world shifted its attention to Mumbai, India’s teeming metropolis. In this location, Mr. Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), led the gathering of the IOC Executive Board (EB) in preparation for the 141st IOC Session.In the midst of discussions that spanned the future trajectories of the Olympic Games and addressed pertinent institutional concerns, one announcement resounded with particular prominence: Weightlifting has been unequivocally confirmed for the program of the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028. This decision came about following a decisive vote by the IOC Session,…

Klaipeda, Lithuania: From October 13th to 15th, the city of Klaipeda, renowned for its rich weightlifting tradition, played host to the “OPEN BALTIC COUNTRIES TOURNAMENT”. This event not only celebrated the prowess of weightlifting athletes across Europe but also marked a significant milestone: 100 years of weightlifting in Lithuania.Drawn by the event’s significance, athletes from 10 European countries converged on Klaipeda, showcasing the unifying spirit of sport.The meticulous orchestration behind the tournament came from a respected ensemble: Federation President Vytautas Čepas, Federation Vice President Jonas Nevecka, Competition Director Modestas Šimkus, Technical Director Vincas Slevinskis, and Referee-in-Chief Kestutis Kalunda. Their combined…

LJUBLJANA – From the 12th to the 15th of October, the picturesque city of Ljubljana, Slovenia, played host to the 9th EU Cup, showcasing some of the finest weightlifting talents across the continent. The competition, already important in the weightlifting calendar, was heightened in stature this year with a significant turnout of teams.The aura of the event was further elevated by the esteemed presence of notable dignitaries including Kt Antonio Conflitti the EWF President; IWF Vice President Attila Adamfi; EWF EB Member Alex Padure; Jesmond Caruana EU Federation President and EWF EB Member; Giuseppe Minissali EU Federation General Secretary; and…