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LYON, France — The 11th International Women’s Weightlifting Tournament of Lyon will take place on 14 February 2026.Organised by La Gauloise de Vaise, the event is designed to showcase female lifters and help raise the profile of women’s weightlifting in France.The 2026 edition will feature:International participation, with athletes coming from foreign delegations A national-level competition that is qualifying for the French national finals, with expected participation from French national team athletes A senior podium cash prize: €1,000 (1st), €600 (2nd), €300 (3rd) Additional rewards for all athletes provided by the club and partners The tournament is announced to be held at Gymnase Matthias Favier…

The European Weightlifting Federation is pleased to publish a historical and strategic reflection on the development of European junior weightlifting, authored by Gerhard Peya, President of the Austrian Weightlifting Federation and Member of the European Weightlifting Federation Historical & Statistical Commission.This contribution highlights key milestones in junior weightlifting and examines the profound structural transformation the sport has undergone—particularly with regard to equality, governance, and modernization.The EWF expresses its sincere thanks to Mr. Peya for sharing his expertise and insights, which help preserve the history of our sport and inspire its future development. Gerhard Peya, President of the Austrian Weightlifting Federation…

Result BookDay VIII ResultsDay VII ResultDay VI ResultsDay V ResultsDay IV ResultsDay III ResultsDay II ResultsDay I Results Start BookRegulations UPDATEDAccredited MediaMedia RegulationsFinal entry by CountryFinal entry by BWPreliminary entry by Country Preliminary entry by BWThe EWF Executive Board resolved to approve the participation of the following athletes in the 2026 European Championships in Batumi, in line with the decision that the event shall serve as a qualification competition for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow:Cheyenne Smith (RSA), F86, Entry Total: 178 kgChristoffel Reeders (RSA), M110+, Entry Total: 312 kgTheir participation is approved exclusively for the purposes of Commonwealth Games qualification…

The Preliminary Schedule for the 2026 European Championships, to be held in Batumi, Georgia, is outlined below:16 April 2026Arrival of International Technical Officials (ITOs)EWF Seminar for Competition Doctors17 April 2026EWF Ordinary Congress & Extraordinary Partial Electoral Congress (The Extraordinary Partial Electoral Congress will be exclusively dedicated to the election of vacancies within EWF Committees)18 April 2026EWF Anti-Doping SeminarMeetings of EWF CommitteesITOs Technical MeetingOpening Ceremony19 April 2026First Competition Day22 April 2026Meeting of the EWF Executive Board26 April 2026Last Competition Day27 April 2026Departure of Delegations

During its meeting held on 31 December 2025, the EWF EB discussed the U15 bodyweight categories, taking into consideration the newly approved IWF bodyweight categories.Following a joint proposal submitted by the EWF TC and the EWF CRSC, the EWF EB confirmed the introduction of new U15 bodyweight categories at the EWF events, for both boys and girls.U15 Boys:• 51 kg, 55 kg, 60 kg, 65 kg, 70 kg, 75 kg, 85 kg, +85 kgU15 Girls:• 41 kg, 45 kg, 49 kg, 53 kg, 57 kg, 61 kg, 69 kg, +69 kgThese bodyweight categories shall enter into force on 1 August…

Today, 31 December 2025, the Executive Board of the European Weightlifting Federation held its last official meeting for 2025 and took important decisions regarding the 2026 competition calendar.The EWF Executive Board decided to cancel the 2026 European Junior & U23 Weightlifting Championships, which were scheduled to take place in Poland. This decision was taken after the host country failed to provide the required guarantees for visa access for athletes from Russia and Belarus.Once again, the EWF reaffirmed its firm and consistent position that sport must remain above politics. The Federation stands for inclusion, equal opportunity, and unity through sport, and…

On behalf of the European Weightlifting Federation, we send our warmest Season’s Greetings to our weightlifting family around the globe. As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded that our sport connects us beyond flags and borders. Behind every lift is courage, focus, and the support of people who believe in one another. To our athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, partners, and fans, thank you for the heart and energy you brought to our shared platform this year. Wishing you peaceful holidays, good health, and a strong start of the new Olympic cycle. European Weightlifting Federation

On 23 December 2025, an official award ceremony was held at the Presidential Palace of the Republic of Moldova, honoring distinguished individuals for their outstanding contributions to the development of the country across various fields.The ceremony was opened by Her Excellency Maia Sandu, President of the Republic of Moldova, who addressed the attendees and expressed her sincere appreciation for their dedication and efforts in supporting the country’s progress. Kt. Antonio Conflitti, President of the Moldova Weightlifting Federation and former EWF President, was honored in recognition of his significant activities and achievements in the field of sport at both the national…

2026 BATUMI REPLACING – REGISTRATION FORM EWF EXTRAORDINARY PARTIAL ELECTORAL CONGRESS AGENDA BATUMI 2026 EWF ORDINARY CONGRESS AGENDA 2026 BATUMI INFORMATION – VETTING PANEL BATUMI 2026EWF 2026 NOTICE CONGRESS EWF 2026 CONGRESS TIMETABLE 2026 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE CONGRESS 2026 MOTION FORM EWF 2026 CANDIDATE FORM 2026 DECLARATION 2026 CONSENT AND WAIVER FORMAccording to the EWF Constitution, articles 4.2.1 and 4.2.3.1, EWF kindly invites you to participate in the 2026 EWF Ordinary Congress & the Extraordinary Partial Electoral Congress (The Extraordinary Partial Electoral Congress will be exclusively dedicated for election od vacancies in EWF Committees).2026 EWF Ordinary…

This introductory text has been prepared on the occasion of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Polish Weightlifting Federation, which will take place on 13 December 2025 in Warsaw, Poland.In recognition of the distinguished history of the Polish Weightlifting Federation—an essential part of the heritage of the European Weightlifting Federation — the EWF has decided to publish a commemorative volume titled “100 Years of the Polish Weightlifting Federation.” The book, prepared by Mr. Zbigniew Gorlewski, a member of the EWF Historical Commission and the author of the text below, will provide you more information on…