Tag: 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
22-YO Carl Johansson (74KG) Sets 328-kg (723.1-lb) Deadlift World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships
The first major upset at the 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships happened in the men’s 74-kilogram weight class. Coming into the competition, the 3x IPF World Champion Taylor Atwood was the biggest favorite once again. However, the 22-year-old Carl Johansson surprised everyone and dethroned one of the greatest powerlifters in history. In addition, Carl also set a new 328-kilogram (723.1 pounds) raw Deadlift IPF Open World Record.
Carl Johansson broke a deadlift record that stood for six years as Kjell Egil Bakkelund pulled 322 kilograms (709.9 pounds) at the 2017 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships. In addition, seeing how Carl is a Junior powerlifter due to his age, breaking World Records in the Open age class made him very emotional. Numerous other elite powerlifters were also impressed by Carl’s achievement, as Jesus Olivares, Jonathan Cayco, and Russel Orhii were just some of the names that praised the young athlete.
Watch the lift here:
Related: Brian Le (66KG) Scores 300.5-kg (662.5-lb) Raw Deadlift World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Carl Johansson’s Full Performance
Carl Johansson was actually tied for first place with Monigatti Timothy since both had the same Total. However, Carl won on a tie-breaker due to his bodyweight being lower than Monigatti. Carl weighed in at 73.65 kilograms (162.4 pounds), while Monigatti came in 0.20 kilograms (0.44 pounds) heavier.
As for Carl Johansson’s performance, he successfully completed all nine of his attempts, setting new competition PRs in all events. In addition, Carl also set new Deadlift & Total IPF Junior World Records.
Squat
252.5 kilograms (556.7 pounds)
262.5 kilograms (578.7 pounds)
267.5 kilograms (589.7 pounds) — Competition PR
Bench Press
170 kilograms (374.8 pounds)
177.5 kilograms (391.3 pounds)
182.5 kilograms (402.3 pounds) — Competition PR
Deadlift
305 kilograms (672.4 pounds)
320 kilograms (705.5 pounds)
328 kilograms (723.1 pounds) — Open & Junior IPF World Record
Total — 778 kilograms (1,715.2 pounds) — Junior World Record
Related: Heather Connor (47KG) Scores 200-kg (440.9-lb) Raw Deadlift World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Carl Johansson’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
575.4
391.3
575.4
1663.4
546.96
Single-ply
463
319.7
463
1300.7
415.17
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
SSF
2023-02-02
SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Open
1663.4
546.96
Location
Sweden
Competition
SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Division
Open
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
162.7
Squat
575.4
Bench
391.3
Deadlift
696.7
GLP
110.92
1
EPF
2022-11-25
European Classic Powerlifting Championships
Juniors
1611.6
531.38
Location
Poland
Competition
European Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Juniors
Age
22
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
162
Squat
518.1
545.6
556.7
556.7
Bench
352.7
369.3
374.8
374.8
Deadlift
595.2
617.3
680.1
680.1
GLP
107.7
1
IPF
2022-08-31
World Junior Classic Powerlifting Championships
Juniors
1581.8
521.29
Location
Turkey
Competition
World Junior Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Juniors
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
162.1
Squat
512.6
540.1
551.2
551.2
Bench
347.2
358.3
369.3
369.3
Deadlift
622.8
650.4
661.4
661.4
GLP
105.67
1
SSF
2022-08-29
VM Junior Klassisk Styrkelyft
Juniors
1581.8
521.29
Location
Sweden
Competition
VM Junior Klassisk Styrkelyft
Division
Juniors
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
162.1
Squat
551.2
Bench
369.3
Deadlift
661.4
GLP
105.67
3
IPF
2021-09-23
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Juniors
1548.7
512.17
Location
Sweden
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Juniors
Age
20
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
161.3
Squat
507.1
534.6
-545.6
534.6
Bench
341.7
352.7
358.3
358.3
Deadlift
589.7
622.8
655.9
655.9
GLP
103.75
1
SSF
2020-09-05
Serie 3 Kungsbacka
Open
1482.6
486.87
Location
Sweden
Competition
Serie 3 Kungsbacka
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
163
Squat
485
501.6
-518.1
501.6
Bench
336.2
352.7
363.8
363.8
Deadlift
573.2
617.3
-639.3
617.3
GLP
98.76
1
SSF
2020-02-14
Junior SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Juniors
1422
471.14
Location
Sweden
Competition
Junior SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Division
Juniors
Age
19
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
160.8
Squat
507.1
Bench
319.7
Deadlift
595.2
GLP
95.4
1
SSF
2019-09-07
DM Klassisk Bänkpress VGSF
Open
336.2
111.29
Location
Sweden
Competition
DM Klassisk Bänkpress VGSF
Division
Open
Age
18
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
161
Bench
336.2
GLP
81.89
4
SSF
2019-06-27
SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Open
1344.8
446.19
Location
Sweden
Competition
SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Division
Open
Age
18
Equipment
Raw
Class
163.1
Weight
160.5
Squat
485
Bench
330.7
Deadlift
529.1
GLP
90.32
4
SSF
2019-04-27
U/J/V-SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Juniors
1411
451.62
Location
Sweden
Competition
U/J/V-SM Klassisk Styrkelyft
Division
Juniors
Age
18
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
169.8
Squat
496
Bench
330.7
Deadlift
584.2
GLP
92.05
1
SSF
2018-11-16
DM KL SL VGSF
Juniors
1300.7
415.17
Location
Sweden
Competition
DM KL SL VGSF
Division
Juniors
Age
18
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
183
Weight
170.5
Squat
463
Bench
319.7
Deadlift
518.1
GLP
71.09
1
SSF
2018-09-08
DM i Klassisk Bänkpress Västra Götaland SDF
Sub-Juniors
325.2
104.29
Location
Sweden
Competition
DM i Klassisk Bänkpress Västra Götaland SDF
Division
Sub-Juniors
Age
17
Equipment
Raw
Class
183
Weight
169.2
Bench
325.2
GLP
77.16
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Carl Johansson has now taken part in a total of 13 sanctioned competitions and won 10 of them. The 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships marked his biggest victory so far. However, he tasted success beforehand as well, having won the IPF Junior World and EPF Junior European Championships in 2022.
Every feat of strength has something that makes it unique and special which is the case with Carl Johansson’s victory at the 2023 IPF Worlds. He had the satisfaction of setting a new World Record, but also beating Taylor Atwood which not many athletes have experienced. In addition, seeing how Carl is just 22-years-old, it is clear that he will become a staple in the powerlifting community for many years to come.
Published: 14 June, 2023 | 2:24 PM EDT
Natalie Richards (57KG) Sets 512.5-kg (1,129.9-lb) Raw Total World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Natalie Richards rose onto the elite powerlifting scene near the end of 2022, having put up a Total heavier than 500 kilograms (1,102.3 pounds) for the first time in her career. However, just over half a year has passed since, and Natalie has already improved quite a bit. She displayed her new and improved shape at the 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships, which are taking place from June 11-18, in Valletta, Malta. Despite making her debut, Natalie accumulated a Total of 512.5 kilograms (1,129.9 pounds), setting a new IPF World Record and winning the 57-kilogram weight class.
The previous U57KG IPF World Record holder was Jade Jacob, as the French representative put up a Total of 503.5 kilograms (1,110 pounds) at the 2023 IPF Sheffield Powerlifting Championships. She set this record just a few months ago and was thus the main favorite for the title at the 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships. However, Natalie Richards outperformed everyone with her impressive performance, including Jade Jacob, who ended up in second place.
Related: Heather Connor (47KG) Scores 200-kg (440.9-lb) Raw Deadlift World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Natalie Richards’ Full Performance
Weighing in at 55.80 kilograms (123 pounds), Natalie Richards turned out to be one of the lightest athletes among almost 30 competitors in her weight class. Additionally, Natalie did not miss any of her nine attempts, which indicates that each lift was meticulously planned.
Natalie Richards set new competition PRs in all events except the bench press. Moreover, her bench press was exactly equal to her competition PR which she set last year.
Squat
165 kilograms (363.8 pounds)
172.5 kilograms (380.3 pounds)
180 kilograms (396.8 pounds) — Competition PR
Bench Press
97.5 kilograms (215 pounds)
105 kilograms (231.5 pounds)
107.5 kilograms (237 pounds)
Deadlift
200 kilograms (440.9 pounds)
215 kilograms (474 pounds)
225 kilograms (496 pounds) — Competition PR
Total — 512.5 kilograms (1,129.9 pounds) — U57KG IPF World Record & Competition PR
Watch all the lifts here:
Related: Tiffany Chapon (47KG) Sets 99.5-kg (219.4-lb) Bench Press World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Natalie Richards’ Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
393.5
237
393.5
1105.6
578.84
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
AMP
2023-02-24
Classic National Championship
FR-O
1105.6
578.84
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Classic National Championship
Division
FR-O
Age
~24.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
124.3
Squat
352.7
369.3
385.8
385.8
Bench
215
231.5
-242.5
231.5
Deadlift
436.5
463
488.3
488.3
GLP
118.64
1
AMP
2022-11-05
Power Partners Championships
FR-O
429.9
219.39
Location
USA-TN
Competition
Power Partners Championships
Division
FR-O
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
138.9
Weight
129.2
Squat
143.3
143.3
Bench
143.3
143.3
Deadlift
143.3
143.3
GLP
44.81
1
USAPL
2022-10-15
Carolina Primetime
FR-O
1104.5
571.7
Location
USA-SC
Competition
Carolina Primetime
Division
FR-O
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Weight
126.4
Squat
358.3
380.3
393.5
393.5
Bench
203.9
226
237
237
Deadlift
407.9
451.9
474
474
GLP
116.98
DQ
USAPL
2022-06-08
Mega Nationals
FR-O
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Mega Nationals
Division
FR-O
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
132.3
Weight
127.2
Squat
358.3
374.8
-391.3
374.8
Bench
215
226
231.5
231.5
Deadlift
-463
-463
-474
2
USAPL
2021-12-04
Virginia Pro
FR-Jr
1069.2
561.18
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia Pro
Division
FR-Jr
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Weight
123.8
Squat
358.3
369.3
380.3
380.3
Bench
203.9
215
220.5
220.5
Deadlift
418.9
451.9
468.5
468.5
GLP
115.07
1
USAPL
2021-06-12
Carolina Primetime
FR-Jr
1036.2
544.14
Location
USA-SC
Competition
Carolina Primetime
Division
FR-Jr
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
123.7
Squat
341.7
352.7
369.3
369.3
Bench
198.4
209.4
215
215
Deadlift
418.9
440.9
451.9
451.9
GLP
111.59
1
USAPL
2021-06-12
Carolina Primetime
FR-O
1036.2
544.14
Location
USA-SC
Competition
Carolina Primetime
Division
FR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
123.7
Squat
341.7
352.7
369.3
369.3
Bench
198.4
209.4
215
215
Deadlift
418.9
440.9
451.9
451.9
GLP
111.59
1
USAPL
2020-12-13
SC State Championship
FR-Jr
970
512.44
Location
USA-SC
Competition
SC State Championship
Division
FR-Jr
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
122.6
Squat
330.7
352.7
369.3
369.3
Bench
187.4
198.4
-209.4
198.4
Deadlift
363.8
-396.8
402.3
402.3
GLP
105.19
1
USAPL
2020-12-13
SC State Championship
FR-O
970
512.44
Location
USA-SC
Competition
SC State Championship
Division
FR-O
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
122.6
Squat
330.7
352.7
369.3
369.3
Bench
187.4
198.4
-209.4
198.4
Deadlift
363.8
-396.8
402.3
402.3
GLP
105.19
1
USAPL
2020-06-20
North Carolina Quailifier
FR-O
865.3
453.35
Location
USA-NC
Competition
North Carolina Quailifier
Division
FR-O
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
124.1
Squat
314.2
330.7
347.2
347.2
Bench
165.3
176.4
-187.4
176.4
Deadlift
314.2
341.7
-374.8
341.7
GLP
92.93
1
USAPL
2019-11-02
Fall Festival of Power
FR-Jr
771.6
410.84
Location
USA-NC
Competition
Fall Festival of Power
Division
FR-Jr
Age
~20.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
121.1
Squat
281.1
303.1
-314.2
303.1
Bench
154.3
165.3
170.9
170.9
Deadlift
275.6
286.6
297.6
297.6
GLP
84.45
1
USAPL
2019-11-02
Fall Festival of Power
FR-O
771.6
410.84
Location
USA-NC
Competition
Fall Festival of Power
Division
FR-O
Age
~20.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
125.7
Weight
121.1
Squat
281.1
303.1
-314.2
303.1
Bench
154.3
165.3
170.9
170.9
Deadlift
275.6
286.6
297.6
297.6
GLP
84.45
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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Natalie Richards had her first sanctioned powerlifting appearance in November of 2019. So, it took her less than four years and 13 sanctioned competitions to become an IPF World Champion and World Record holder. In addition, she achieved a significant milestone by securing her 11th victory at the 2023 IPF Worlds. This remarkable accomplishment is truly impressive, especially when considering that she has only encountered defeat in two competitions throughout her entire career.
With the win at the 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships Natalie Richards secured a place at the 2023 IPF Sheffield Powerlifting Championships. She has expressed a great desire to appear in this competition on Instagram. So, it is evident that she will be even more motivated for her future endeavors from now on.
Published: 14 June, 2023 | 9:17 AM EDT
Brian Le (66KG) Scores 300.5-kg (662.5-lb) Raw Deadlift World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Although Tiffany Chapon and Heather Connor were the first to break records at the 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships, Brian Le has now opened up the gates for the men. Competing on the second day of the competition in Valletta, Malta, Brian wowed everyone watching. His debut at the IPF Worlds also got a bit more special when he set a new U66KG Raw Deadlift IPF World Record of 300.5 kilograms (662.5 pounds).
Brian Le deadlifted 300.5 kilograms (662.5 pounds) on his first attempt. He then tried to further advance the record with his remaining two attempts, but both were unsuccessful. However, his first attempt was good enough to become an IPF World Record in the 66-kilogram weight class.
Hassan El Belghiti previously held the U66KG Raw Deadlift IPF World Record, having pulled 297.5 kilograms (655.9 pounds) at the 2018 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships. So, having broken the record, Brian Le is the first man in the 66-kilogram weight class to deadlift over the 300-kilogram (661.4-pound) mark.
Watch the lift here:
Related: Powerlifter Jade Jacob Breaks Two Unofficial Deadlift & Total IPF World Records In Training
Brian Le’s Full Performance
Brian Le weighed in at 65.25 kilograms (143.9 pounds) for the 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships. He then went on to miss one squat and bench press attempt, as well as two deadlift attempts. So, it is clear that he aimed to lift heavier in all three events. However, he still managed to claim a silver medal for his second-place finish overall.
Squat
230 kilograms (507.1 pounds)
242.5 kilograms (534.6 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 247.5 kilograms (545.6 pounds)
Bench Press
147.5 kilograms (325.2 pounds)
152.5 kilograms (336.2 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 155 kilograms (341.7 pounds)
Deadlift
300.5 kilograms (662.5 pounds) — U66KG IPF World Record
Unsuccessful — 312.5 kilograms (688.9 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 312.5 kilograms (688.9 pounds)
Total — 695.5 kilograms (1,533 pounds)
Watch all of Brian’s lifts here:
Related: Powerlifter Samantha Eugenie (69KG) Wins French Nationals, Sets Two Unofficial IPF Junior World Records
Brian Le’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
540.1
352.7
540.1
1573
562.86
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
AMP
2023-02-24
Classic National Championship
MR-O
1573
562.86
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Classic National Championship
Division
MR-O
Age
~23.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
144.2
Squat
501.6
-534.6
534.6
534.6
Bench
325.2
336.2
336.2
Deadlift
651.5
677.9
702.2
702.2
GLP
111.76
1
AMP
2022-12-11
CRCL Classic
MR-O
1554.3
555.2
Location
USA-TX
Competition
CRCL Classic
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
144.5
Squat
496
518.1
540.1
540.1
Bench
319.7
330.7
341.7
341.7
Deadlift
639.3
672.4
-705.5
672.4
GLP
110.3
1
USAPL
2022-10-08
Washington State Championship
MR-O
1565.3
554.44
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Washington State Championship
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
146.2
Squat
496
-529.1
534.6
534.6
Bench
325.2
341.7
352.7
352.7
Deadlift
633.8
661.4
677.9
677.9
GLP
110.41
5
USAPL
2022-06-08
Mega Nationals
MR-O
1455
521.19
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Mega Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
144
Squat
451.9
485
-507.1
485
Bench
297.6
-319.7
325.2
325.2
Deadlift
589.7
-639.3
644.9
644.9
GLP
103.46
1
USAPL
2022-03-06
Arnold A7 Raw Challenge
MR-O
1510.2
537.8
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold A7 Raw Challenge
Division
MR-O
Age
~22.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
145.1
Squat
490.5
512.6
529.1
529.1
Bench
319.7
336.2
347.2
347.2
Deadlift
633.8
-666.9
-666.9
633.8
GLP
106.94
1
USAPL
2021-10-02
Washington State Championship
MR-O
1457.3
526.3
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Washington State Championship
Division
MR-O
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
142.4
Squat
-479.5
485
-507.1
485
Bench
314.2
330.7
-341.7
330.7
Deadlift
622.8
641.5
-661.4
641.5
GLP
104.22
1
USAPL
2021-04-08
Collegiate and Junior Nationals
MR-C
1399.9
506.8
Location
USA-LA
Competition
Collegiate and Junior Nationals
Division
MR-C
Age
~21.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
142
Squat
463
-485
-485
463
Bench
308.6
319.7
-325.2
319.7
Deadlift
589.7
617.3
-641.5
617.3
GLP
100.28
1
USAPL
2020-03-07
Washington State Championship
MR-Jr
1306.2
470.11
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Washington State Championship
Division
MR-Jr
Age
~20.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
143.1
Squat
-440.9
-440.9
440.9
440.9
Bench
292.1
308.6
-319.7
308.6
Deadlift
-556.7
556.7
-600.8
556.7
GLP
93.19
1
USAPL
2019-07-27
Northwest Regionals
MR-O
1267.7
456.23
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Northwest Regionals
Division
MR-O
Age
~19.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
143.1
Squat
424.4
-451.9
-457.5
424.4
Bench
259
286.6
303.1
303.1
Deadlift
-512.6
518.1
540.1
540.1
GLP
90.43
8
USAPL
2018-10-11
Raw Nationals
MR-O
1262.1
451.63
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-O
Age
~18.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
144.2
Squat
418.9
-440.9
446.4
446.4
Bench
259
275.6
292.1
292.1
Deadlift
496
523.6
-540.1
523.6
GLP
89.68
2
USAPL
2018-10-11
Raw Nationals
MR-T3
1262.1
451.63
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
MR-T3
Age
~18.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
144.2
Squat
418.9
-440.9
446.4
446.4
Bench
259
275.6
292.1
292.1
Deadlift
496
523.6
-540.1
523.6
GLP
89.68
1
USAPL
2018-02-17
Washington State Championship
MR-T3
1174
423
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Washington State Championship
Division
MR-T3
Age
~18.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
145.5
Weight
142.9
Squat
391.3
407.9
418.9
418.9
Bench
259
-270.1
270.1
270.1
Deadlift
468.5
485
-501.6
485
GLP
83.82
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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The 2023 IPF World Classic Open Powerlifting Championship was Brian Le’s 13th-sanctioned powerlifting appearance. He has won nine competitions to date, including National and State titles. Brian has an impressive resume for someone his age, given that he is only 24 years old. Based on his remarkable progress, it’s highly probable that he will continue to achieve more milestones with each new competition he enters.
Brian Le was already one of the most promising powerlifting prospects in the world, but his second-place finish at the 2023 IPF Worlds proves that he will reach the top spot sooner or later. The only man who managed to outperform him this time was the great Tarinidis Panagiotis. However, Brian still set a new World Record and almost beat Panagiotis as well.
Published: 13 June, 2023 | 9:22 AM EDT
Heather Connor (47KG) Scores 200-kg (440.9-lb) Raw Deadlift World Record at 2023 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Day one of the 2023 IPF World Open Classic Powerlifting Championships proved to be extremely interesting, mostly due to the women’s 47-kilogram weight class. This division gathered some amazing competitors and the battle for the title was set to be fierce. Most notably, Heather Connor and Tiffany Chapon were both aiming to claim their third title. Unfortunately for Heather, she was unable to put out her best display on the squats and bench, which cost her the title. She did, however, set a new 200-kilogram (440.9-pound) IPF Deadlift World Record to make up for it.
At the start of the competition, that is during her squat attempt Heather Connor felt a pop in an unspecified part of her body. This disrupted her flow completely as thoughts of injury rushed through her mind. Consequently, Heather performed significantly worse than what she wanted to.
By the time that the deadlift portion of the competition started to take place, Heather Connor was already out of the title race. However, she gathered herself and reached a huge milestone on the deadlifts. So, she set a new U47KG IPF World Record.
The previous record belonged to Heather Connor as well, but it stood at 185 kilograms (407.9 pounds). Heather set the record at the 2022 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships, which was almost exactly one year ago from now.
Watch the deadlift here:
Related: Powerlifter Heather Connor Lands a 202.5-kg (446.4-lb) Unofficial Raw Deadlift IPF World Record & PR
Heather Connor weighed in at only 46.4 kilograms (102.3 pounds) for the 2023 IPF World Championships. So, her IPF Deadlift World Record was 4.31x heavier than her bodyweight was.
Heather Connor missed her first two squat attempts, but luckily succeeded in her third attempt. If she had missed all three attempts, Heather would have been disqualified. She then moved onto the bench press where she missed only one attempt, finishing with a result of 75. kilograms (165.3 pounds). Her deadlift session was perfect, as she successfully completed all three attempts.
Heather Connor’s Full Performance
Squat: 132.5 kilograms (292.1 pounds)
Bench Press: 75 kilograms (165.3 pounds)
Deadlift: 200 kilograms (440.9 pounds) — U47KG IPF World Record
Total: 407.5 kilograms (898.4 pounds)
Heather Connor finished in third place of the 47-kilogram weight class at the 2023 IPF Worlds, only behind Tiffany Chapon and Jessica Espinal. The winner, Tiffany Chapon, also set a World Record in the bench press event with a lift of 99.5 kilograms (219.4 pounds).
Watch all Heather’s lifts here:
Related: Powerlifter Heather Connor Annihilates a 152.5-kg (336.2-lb) Raw Squat PR
Heather Connor’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
315.3
165.3
315.3
903.9
551.29
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
2
AMP
2023-02-24
Classic National Championship
FR-O
870.8
520.55
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Classic National Championship
Division
FR-O
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
102.8
Squat
292.1
303.1
-308.6
303.1
Bench
148.8
154.3
-159.8
154.3
Deadlift
396.8
413.4
-426.6
413.4
GLP
110.31
1
FFForce
2022-10-15
Girl Power
Open
892.9
532.79
Location
France
Competition
Girl Power
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Weight
103.1
Squat
292.1
-308.6
308.6
308.6
Bench
154.3
159.8
165.3
165.3
Deadlift
402.3
418.9
-429.9
418.9
GLP
112.84
2
IPF
2022-06-06
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
876.3
524.26
Location
South Africa
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
102.7
Squat
292.1
308.6
-314.2
308.6
Bench
143.3
154.3
159.8
159.8
Deadlift
-407.9
407.9
-425.5
407.9
GLP
111.13
1
AMP
2022-04-01
Classic Open Nationals Presented by SBD
FR-O
887.4
536.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Classic Open Nationals Presented by SBD
Division
FR-O
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
101.4
Squat
281.1
297.6
314.2
314.2
Bench
154.3
-159.8
-159.8
154.3
Deadlift
396.8
407.9
418.9
418.9
GLP
114.02
4
Ireland-UA
2021-11-27
ABS Pro
PRO Female
903.9
541.61
Location
Ireland
Competition
ABS Pro
Division
PRO Female
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Weight
102.5
Squat
286.6
308.6
314.2
314.2
Bench
154.3
159.8
165.3
165.3
Deadlift
402.3
424.4
-435.4
424.4
GLP
114.87
1
USAPL
2021-06-14
Raw Nationals
FR-O
899.5
551.29
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
FR-O
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
99.5
Squat
286.6
303.1
315.3
315.3
Bench
148.8
159.8
-165.3
159.8
Deadlift
410.1
424.4
-440.9
424.4
GLP
117.91
1
USAPL
2020-09-26
Palmetto Classic
FR-O
870.8
535.71
Location
USA-SC
Competition
Palmetto Classic
Division
FR-O
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
99
Squat
286.6
303.1
308.6
308.6
Bench
154.3
-159.8
-159.8
154.3
Deadlift
374.8
391.3
407.9
407.9
GLP
114.74
1
USAPL
2019-10-16
Raw Nationals
FR-O
866.4
530.31
Location
USA-IL
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
FR-O
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
99.6
Squat
281.1
292.1
303.1
303.1
Bench
148.8
154.3
159.8
159.8
Deadlift
363.8
385.8
403.4
403.4
GLP
113.36
9
Ireland-UA
2019-08-17
ABS Pro
F-O
826.7
494.58
Location
Ireland
Competition
ABS Pro
Division
F-O
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Weight
102.7
Squat
275.6
286.6
297.6
297.6
Bench
148.8
154.3
-159.8
154.3
Deadlift
358.3
374.8
-391.3
374.8
GLP
104.84
1
IPF
2019-06-04
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
834.4
509.47
Location
Sweden
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
100
Squat
-281.1
281.1
292.1
292.1
Bench
148.8
154.3
-159.8
154.3
Deadlift
369.3
380.3
388
388
GLP
108.8
1
USAPL
2018-10-11
Raw Nationals
FR-O
826.7
504.34
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
FR-O
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
100.1
Squat
-281.1
281.1
292.1
292.1
Bench
148.8
154.3
-159.8
154.3
Deadlift
358.3
380.3
-385.8
380.3
GLP
107.67
1
USAPL
2018-03-03
The Arnold SBD Pro American
FR-O
876.3
546.54
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Arnold SBD Pro American
Division
FR-O
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
97.2
Squat
286.6
303.1
314.2
314.2
Bench
148.8
-159.8
159.8
159.8
Deadlift
358.3
385.8
402.3
402.3
GLP
117.71
1
IPF
2017-06-14
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
821.2
496.3
Location
Belarus
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
101.3
Squat
292.1
303.1
-308.6
303.1
Bench
143.3
-154.3
-154.3
143.3
Deadlift
352.7
369.3
374.8
374.8
GLP
105.59
4
NAPF
2017-03-04
Arnold Grand Prix
Open
827.8
495.8
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Grand Prix
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
102.6
Squat
297.6
-308.6
-308.6
297.6
Bench
143.3
-154.3
-154.3
143.3
Deadlift
347.2
369.3
386.9
386.9
GLP
105.14
1
USAPL
2016-10-13
Raw Nationals
FR-O
814.6
488.89
Location
USA-GA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
FR-O
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
102.3
Squat
264.6
276.7
287.7
287.7
Bench
137.8
143.3
155.4
155.4
Deadlift
347.2
369.3
371.5
371.5
GLP
103.75
2
IPF
2016-06-19
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Open
771.6
461.91
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
102.6
Squat
242.5
259
270.1
270.1
Bench
137.8
-148.8
-148.8
137.8
Deadlift
341.7
363.8
-392.4
363.8
GLP
97.94
1
NAPF
2016-03-05
Arnolds StartingStrength.com Pro Raw Challenge
Open
755.1
449.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnolds StartingStrength.com Pro Raw Challenge
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
103.4
Squat
237
-259
259
259
Bench
126.8
137.8
143.3
143.3
Deadlift
325.2
-352.7
352.7
352.7
GLP
95.14
1
USAPL
2015-12-12
South Carolina State Championship
FR-O
729.7
433.8
Location
USA-SC
Competition
South Carolina State Championship
Division
FR-O
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
103.6
Squat
237
253.5
-270.1
253.5
Bench
126.8
132.3
137.8
137.8
Deadlift
308.6
319.7
338.4
338.4
GLP
91.75
1
USAPL
2015-12-12
South Carolina State Championship
FR-O
137.8
81.91
Location
USA-SC
Competition
South Carolina State Championship
Division
FR-O
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
103.6
Bench
126.8
132.3
137.8
137.8
GLP
66.24
2
USAPL
2015-10-15
Raw Nationals
FR-O
722
447.2
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Raw Nationals
Division
FR-O
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
98.1
Squat
237
259
-275.6
259
Bench
132.3
-143.3
-143.3
132.3
Deadlift
308.6
330.7
-347.2
330.7
GLP
96.04
1
USAPL
2015-05-30
North Carolina State Championships
FR-O
712.1
433.68
Location
USA-NC
Competition
North Carolina State Championships
Division
FR-O
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
103.6
Weight
100.3
Squat
231.5
248
-253.5
248
Bench
-121.3
132.3
-149.9
132.3
Deadlift
275.6
314.2
331.8
331.8
GLP
92.53
1
USAPL
2015-03-21
Battle on the Border IX
FR-Jr
733
415.44
Location
USA-NC
Competition
Battle on the Border IX
Division
FR-Jr
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
114.6
Weight
110.7
Squat
253.5
Bench
143.3
Deadlift
336.2
GLP
86.6
1
USAPL
2014-11-01
Fall Festival of Power
FR-Jr
551.2
306.37
Location
USA-NC
Competition
Fall Festival of Power
Division
FR-Jr
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
114.6
Weight
113.8
Squat
242.5
Deadlift
308.6
DQ
USAPL
2014-11-01
Fall Festival of Power
FR-Jr
Location
USA-NC
Competition
Fall Festival of Power
Division
FR-Jr
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
114.6
Weight
113.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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The 2023 IPF World Open Classic Powerlifting Championships was Heather Connor’s 25th sanctioned powerlifting appearance. She previously won two editions of the IPF Worlds, one in 2017 and another in 2019. Heather hoped to reclaim the title after four years, but luck was once again not on her side.
Heather Connor made impressive progress leading up to the 2023 IPF Worlds, setting personal records in her training. However, her performance in the squats affected her chances against Tiffany Chapon, who proved to be a tough opponent. Despite this setback, Heather’s potential suggests that she could have a strong opportunity to secure the top spot in the 2024 IPF Worlds.
Published: 11 June, 2023 | 5:08 PM EDT