Tag: World Record
Weightlifter Liao Guifang (71KG) Sets Two New World Records at 2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships
The 2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships are taking place in Jinju, South Korea, from May 5-13. As everyone in the sport knows, the majority of weightlifting’s greatest forces are based in the Asian region. Thus, it was not a surprise when China’s Liao Guifang walked out on the stage and set two new World Records in the 71-kilogram weight class.
Liao Guifang put up a remarkable performance at the 2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships, and she peaked in the Snatch event. Her final and heaviest attempt came out to 120 kilograms (264.6 pounds), which was enough for a new World Record. However, Liao did not show any emotion after claiming the record, proving that she was confident of breaking it from the start.
The previous World Record in the Snatch was held by Loredana Toma, who lifted 119 kilograms (262.4 pounds) at the 2022 World Weightlifting Championships.
Watch the snatch here:
Related: Weightlifter Karlos Nasar (89KG) Shatters Multiple World Records at 2023 European Weightlifting Championships
The other event of the 2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships was the Clean & Jerk. Liao Guifang put up another great performance, but she only completed two attempts. After successfully locking out 148 kilograms (326.3 pounds) on her second attempt, Liao decided to scratch her final attempt.
After adding a 120-kilogram (264.6-pound) Snatch and a 148-kilogram (326.3-pound) Clean & Jerk, Liao Guifang’s Total came out to 268 kilograms (590.8 pounds). This is also a new World Record in the 71-kilogram weight class.
The previous Total World Record was held by Zhang Wangli, who accumulated 267 kilograms (588.6 pounds) at the 2018 World Weightlifting Championships.
Liao Guifang’s Full Performance
Snatch: 120 kilograms (264.6 pounds) — U71KG World Record
Clean & Jerk: 148 kilograms (326.3 pounds)
Total: 268 kilograms (590.8 pounds) — U71KG World Record
2023 Asian Weightlifting Championships U71KG Results
Liao Guifang — 268 kilograms (590.8 pounds)
Vanessa Sarno — 239 kilograms (526.9 pounds)
Chen Wen-huei — 232 kilograms (511.5 pounds)
Related: Weightlifter Mattie Rogers (76KG) Claims Three Silver Medals At The 2022 World Championships
All the World Records in the 71-kilogram weight class now belong to Chinese athletes. Liao Guifang holds the Snatch and Total records, while Zhang Wangli holds the Clean & Jerk World Records. This proves that China is still the most dominant country in weightlifting.
Liao Guifang has done a lot for her country, but even more for herself. She now tops the Paris 2024 rankings, making it evident that her chances for an appearance at the Olympics are large. The 21-year-old Liao will also continue working hard and preparing for her next competition. So, she will keep improving the records for years to come.
Published: 9 May, 2023 | 2:27 PM EDT
Powerlifter Reece Fullwood (125KG) Sets 412.5-kg (909.4-lb) Raw Squat All-Time World Record
Coming into the 2023 GPC-GB Welsh National Championships, Reece Fullwood did not have too high expectations. The competition was held on one day only, April 30th, in Swansea, so Reece had the goal of completing it without any injuries. However, his achievements reached miles above that, since Reece managed to set a new All-Time World Record Raw Squat in the 125-kilogram weight class.
Reece Fullwood opened his performance with a 360-kilogram (793.6-pound) squat, which immediately looked way too easy for him. So, for the second attempt, he made a jump of 30 kilograms (66.1 pounds) for a squat of 390 kilograms (859.8 pounds). This second attempt was nothing more difficult than his first one, as he made it look like a warm-up.
However, having full confidence in his abilities, Reece Fullwood made another massive weight jump and loaded a 412.5-kilogram (909.4-pound) squat. Equipped with just a lifting belt, knee sleeves, and a swagger pair of glasses, Reece managed to push through and lock out a brand new All-Time World Record Raw Squat.
The previous record holder in the 125-kilogram weight class was Phillip Herndon. He set the old squat World Record at the 2023 USPC Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship by squatting 411 kilograms (906.1 pounds). So, not even two months have passed since Herndon set the record, but Reece Fullwood has already outperformed it.
Watch Fullwood’s lifts here:
Related: Powerlifter Russel Orhii Scores a Huge 337.5-kg (744-lb) Raw Squat Two-Rep PR
Reece Fullwood’s Full Performance
Reece Fullwood was primarily focused on the squat event at the 2023 GPC-GB Welsh National Championships, since he was unable to display his best on other events due to some injury issues. However, even with some nerve issues and an elbow injury, Reece managed to set a new British Record Squat and Total.
Squat
360 kilograms (793.6 pounds)
390 kilograms (859.8 pounds)
412.5 kilograms (909.4 pounds) — U125KG All-Time World Record, British Record, & Competition PR
Bench Press
190 kilograms (418.8 pounds)
210 kilograms (462.9 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 215 kilograms (474 pounds)
*Reece Fullwood has a heavier Competition PR of 212.5 kilograms (468.4 pounds) which he set at the 2019 GPC-GB Welsh Championships.
Deadlift
330 kilograms (727.5 pounds)
362.5 kilograms (799.1 pounds) — Competition PR
Unsuccessful — 377.5 kilograms (832.2 pounds)
Total — 985 kilograms (2,171.5 pounds) — U125KG British Record & Competition PR
Related: Hafthor Bjornsson Crushes 420-kg (925.95-Lb) Raw Squat In Training
Reece Fullwood’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
716.5
180.99
Wraps
887.4
468.5
887.4
2127.5
548.6
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
GPC-GB
2022-04-09
Tattooed and Strong
M-O
716.5
180.99
Location
England
Competition
Tattooed and Strong
Division
M-O
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
291.9
Deadlift
716.5
-782.6
716.5
1
GPC-GB
2019-05-05
Welsh Championships
M-O
2127.5
548.6
Location
Wales
Competition
Welsh Championships
Division
M-O
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
275.6
Weight
272.9
Squat
782.6
837.8
887.4
887.4
Bench
418.9
451.9
468.5
468.5
Deadlift
694.5
771.6
771.6
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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As Reece Fullwood competed in the third professional powerlifting competition of his career, he already claimed an All-Time World Record. He now plans on doing some bodybuilding training and working on recovering from his injuries. So, when all is set and done in about a year from now, Reece hopes to cross the 1,000-kilogram (2,204.6-pound) raw Total with ease.
Published: 2 May, 2023 | 9:17 AM EDT
Weightlifter Karlos Nasar (89KG) Shatters Multiple World Records at 2023 European Weightlifting Championships
While Olympic weightlifting is not too popular relative to other sports, some athletes still become household names because of their mind-blowing feats of strength. Although he is not there quite yet, Karlos Nasar is definitely on the road to becoming one of those athletes. Karlos’ achievements are particularly impressive due to his age, since he is just 18-years-old. In addition, during his performance at the 2023 European Weightlifting Championships in Yerevan, Armenia, Karlos set multiple World Records in Senior and Junior divisions.
Karlos Nasar took part in the 89-kilogram weight class, destroying his rivals and winning the division with a 21-kilogram (46.3-pound) difference. In addition, Karlos set new Senior & Junior Clean & Jerk World Records, new Senior & Junior Total World Records, as well as a Junior Snatch World Record. So, Nasar walked away with mind-blowing five world records.
Clean & Jerk
Karlos Nasar’s heaviest Clean & Jerk attempt of the competition came out to 221 kilograms (487.2 pounds). This is the heaviest he has ever performed in this event and also heavier than anyone has done in the 89-kilogram weight class.
This now stands as a new U89KG Senior World Record, as it is 1 kilogram (2.2 pounds) heavier than the previous record. That record stood at 220 kilograms (485 pounds), which Karlos Nasar also set at the 2022 IWF World Weightlifting Championships. This was also the record in the Junior division.
Related: 17-yo Weightlifter Karlos Nasar Snatches 175kg/385.8lb in Training
Snatch
In his second event, the Snatch, Karlos Nasar managed to lift 174 kilograms (383.6 pounds). This was not a World Record in the Senior division, but it was in the Junior division.
The previous U89KG Junior Snatch World Record was also held by Nasar, who lifted 171 kilograms (377 pounds) at the 2022 European Weightlifting Championships.
Total
Finally, by combining his results from both previous events, Karlos Nasar’s Total came out to 395 kilograms (870.8 pounds). This broke both the World Records in the Senior and Junior divisions.
The previous Senior Total World Record stood at 392 kilograms (864.2 pounds), since Antonino Pizzolato set it at the 2022 European Weightlifting Championships.
On the other hand, the previous Junior World Record Total was already in Karlos Nasar’s possession, but significantly lighter than the new one. Having competed at the 2022 European Weightlifting Championships, Karlos totaled 382 kilograms (842.2 pounds) to set the mark.
Karlos Nasar’s Full Performance
Clean & Jerk: 221 kilograms (487.2 pounds)
Snatch: 174 kilograms (383.6 pounds)
Total: 395 kilograms (870.8 pounds)
Related: Weightlifter Mattie Rogers (76KG) Breaks All Three American Records At The 2022 Nationals
Despite his age of 18, Karlos Nasar has already been active on the scene for many years. He has broken and further improved World Records on a number of occasions. It is, however, the best performance we have seen from him so far. Nasar is evidently improving at an unusually fast pace. So, it is very likely that these records are going to fall again at his next appearance.
Published: 20 April, 2023 | 8:20 PM EDT
Powerlifter Samantha Rice (90KG) Sets Three New All-Time World Records At 2023 Pioneer On The Beach
The powerlifting community is made up of many talented individuals across different generations, but Samantha Rice is recognized as one of the standout athletes even amongst the most successful names. If that was even questioned, Samantha’s recent performance has definitely lifted her to a status of her own. She appeared at the 2023 USA-UA Pioneer…
Powerlifter Samantha Rice (90KG) Sets Three New All-Time World Records At 2023 Pioneer On The Beach
The powerlifting community is made up of many talented individuals across different generations, but Samantha Rice is recognized as one of the standout athletes even amongst the most successful names. If that was even questioned, Samantha’s recent performance has definitely lifted her to a status of her own. She appeared at the 2023 USA-UA Pioneer on the Beach, which took place on April 8th in Texas. Samantha competed in the raw 90-kilogram weight class, winning everything and setting three new All-Time World Records in the process.
Squat
Samantha Rice’s massive legs are not just for show, instead she is capable of squatting mind-blowing amounts of weight. So, at her recent appearance, Samantha Rice successfully completed all three of her attempts, with the heaviest one being 267.5 kilograms (589.7 pounds).
Just a few weeks ago we saw Sherine Marcelle set a new U90KG All-Time World Record Squat of 263.5 kilograms (580.9 pounds) at the 2023 WRPF Femme Fatale III. However, Samantha Rice has now reclaimed that World Record, outperforming Sherine by 4 kilograms (8.8 pounds)
250 kilograms (551.1 pounds)
260 kilograms (573.2 pounds)
267.5 kilograms (589.7 pounds) — All-Time World Record
Bench Press
As Samantha Rice moved on to the bench press, everything seemed to fall in place. However, upon trying to lift 160 kilograms (352.7 pounds) for a new Competition PR, Samantha came out unsuccessful. So, she ended up with a bench press of 155 kilograms (341.7 pounds).
150 kilograms (330.7 pounds)
155 kilograms (341.7 pounds)
Unsuccessful — 160 kilograms (352.7 pounds)
Deadlift
The final event of the day was the deadlift, one of Samantha Rice’s greatest strengths. She started off with a 250-kilogram (551.1 pounds) pull, which is significantly lighter than her opener in the past three competitions. However, she quickly added on weight, finishing with a successful 280-kilogram (617.3 pounds) deadlift.
Samantha Rice previously held the raw deadlift World Record, having locked out 275 kilograms (606.2 pounds) at the 2022 USPA Pro Raw. So, she has now managed to further improve it and make the task of breaking her record almost impossible for anyone else.
250 kilograms (551.1 pounds)
270 kilograms (595.2 pounds)
280 kilograms (617.3 pounds) — All-Time World Record
Total — 702.5 kilograms (1,548.7 pounds) — All-Time World Record
Samantha Rice also set the 687.5-kilogram (1,515.6 pounds) Total World Record at the 2022 USPA Pro Raw and now further improved. However, this time she became the first woman in the 90-kilogram weight class to Total over 700 kilograms (1,543.2 pounds).
Watch Samantha Rice’s lifts here:
Related: Powerlifter Samantha Rice Breaks Two All-Time Raw World Records At USPA Hybrid Showdown 4
Samantha Rice has been competing professionally in powerlifting for nine years now. Consequently, she appeared in 19 sanctioned competitions and won every one of those.
Samantha Rice’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
567.7
347.2
567.7
1515.7
626.68
Wraps
573.2
319.7
573.2
1471.6
608.12
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
USPA
2022-09-24
Pro Raw Championships
Open
1515.7
626.68
Location
USA-MO
Competition
Pro Raw Championships
Division
Open
Age
32
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
188.9
Squat
529.1
556.7
567.7
567.7
Bench
325.2
341.7
-353.8
341.7
Deadlift
578.7
606.3
-622.8
606.3
GLP
128.84
1
USPA
2022-01-15
Hybrid Showdown 4
Open
1501.3
616.78
Location
USA-FL
Competition
Hybrid Showdown 4
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
191.6
Squat
496
529.1
551.2
551.2
Bench
319.7
336.2
347.2
347.2
Deadlift
573.2
603
-617.3
603
GLP
126.97
1
RPS
2021-10-30
2nd Annual Dawn of the Deadlift
Pro Open
573.2
233.3
Location
USA-VA
Competition
2nd Annual Dawn of the Deadlift
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
195.5
Deadlift
573.2
1
USPA
2021-09-11
Pioneer Open
Open
1422
591.5
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Pioneer Open
Division
Open
Age
31
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
186.5
Squat
485
512.6
-529.1
512.6
Bench
308.6
319.7
325.2
325.2
Deadlift
-540.1
584.2
-603
584.2
GLP
121.47
1
WRPF
2021-04-24
Kern US Open
Open
1471.6
608.12
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Kern US Open
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Wraps
Class
198.4
Weight
189.2
Squat
529.1
556.7
573.2
573.2
Bench
297.6
308.6
319.7
319.7
Deadlift
529.1
556.7
578.7
578.7
1
USPA
2020-12-19
Depth Before Dishonor Open II
Open
1383.4
565.95
Location
USA-OK
Competition
Depth Before Dishonor Open II
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Wraps
Class
198.4
Weight
193.3
Squat
501.6
529.1
-551.2
529.1
Bench
286.6
297.6
303.1
303.1
Deadlift
523.6
551.2
-567.7
551.2
1
USPA
2020-07-11
Pioneer Open
Open
1306.2
549.27
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Pioneer Open
Division
Open
Age
30
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
182.3
Squat
440.9
463
485
485
Bench
259
275.6
-286.6
275.6
Deadlift
518.1
545.6
-556.7
545.6
GLP
112.59
1
XPC
2020-03-07
Arnold
Pro
1300
549.17
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold
Division
Pro
Age
29
Equipment
Wraps
Class
181.9
Weight
180.6
Squat
475
500
-525
500
Bench
245
255
265
265
Deadlift
485
510
535
535
1
USPA
2019-12-14
Depth Before Dishonor Open
Open
1201.5
500.08
Location
USA-OK
Competition
Depth Before Dishonor Open
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
186.3
Squat
413.4
435.4
446.4
446.4
Bench
231.5
248
-259
248
Deadlift
485
507.1
-518.1
507.1
GLP
102.69
1
USPA
2019-08-03
The Tribute
Open
1174
497.17
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Tribute
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
179.7
Squat
429.9
Bench
242.5
Deadlift
501.6
GLP
101.79
1
USPA
2019-03-23
Clash of the Barbarians
Open
1085.8
459
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Clash of the Barbarians
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
180.3
Squat
407.9
Bench
226
Deadlift
451.9
GLP
94
1
IPL
2018-09-14
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Open
446.4
197.37
Location
USA-NV
Competition
Olympia Pro Powerlifting
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165.1
Deadlift
446.4
1
USPA
2018-03-24
Clash of the Barbarians
Open
986.6
436.16
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Clash of the Barbarians
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
165.3
Weight
165.1
Squat
380.3
Bench
192.9
Deadlift
413.4
GLP
88.84
1
USPA
2017-10-28
Unleash The Beast
Open
1003.1
421.32
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Unleash The Beast
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
198.4
Weight
182.8
Squat
374.8
Bench
187.4
Deadlift
440.9
GLP
86.38
1
USPA
2017-03-25
Clash of the Barbarians
Open
920.4
388.41
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Clash of the Barbarians
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
181
Squat
341.7
Bench
176.4
Deadlift
402.3
GLP
79.57
1
USPA
2016-03-12
The Arlington Strength Raw Classic
Open
925.9
395.25
Location
USA-TX
Competition
The Arlington Strength Raw Classic
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
176.8
Squat
330.7
Bench
187.4
Deadlift
407.9
GLP
80.83
1
NASA
2014-08-09
World Cup
wint
870.8
369.57
Location
USA
Competition
World Cup
Division
wint
Age
24
Equipment
Wraps
Class
181.9
Weight
178.9
Squat
336.2
Bench
181.9
Deadlift
363.8
1
NASA
2014-08-09
World Cup
wint
181.9
77.19
Location
USA
Competition
World Cup
Division
wint
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
181.9
Weight
178.9
Bench
181.9
GLP
62.11
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: November 9, 2022
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Samantha Rice’s day got even better after she received $20,000 for her first place finish overall. Taking everything into consideration, this was easily one of Samantha’s greatest competitions yet. However, it also indicates that she could still put up an even greater performance.
Published: 11 April, 2023 | 11:41 AM EDT
Powerlifter Samantha Eugenie (69KG) Wins French Nationals With Two Unofficial IPF Junior World Records
France has a history of producing many world-class powerlifters. The 2023 FFForce French Junior Nationals, which happened from April 8th to 10th, showcased the sports upcoming talent. As multiple fierce battles raged on, a few unofficial World Records were also observed, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition. Most notably, Samantha Eugenie, from…
2022 World’s Strongest Man: Oleksii Novikov Breaks Flintstone Barbell World Record With 246kg (542.3lb) Lift
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Oleksii Novikov lifts 246kg Flintstone Barbell – setting new world record at the 2022 World’s Strongest Man
Oleksii Novikov breaks the Flintstone Barbell world record at the 2022 World’s Strongest Man with a 246kg (542.3lb) lift. This world record came during the WSM finals along with a truly dominating performance as day one came to a close on Saturday. Oleksii is also a former WSM champion with a win in 2020. The 2022 World’s Strongest Man finals run May 28-29th, 2022.
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