Hey there, sports fans! 🏋️♀️ Have you heard the exciting news from the Asian Weightlifting Championships in Jiangshan, China? Let’s dive into the amazing feats achieved by some incredible athletes!
Yang Qiuxia’s Incredible Snatch Record 🥇
China’s very own Yang Qiuxia shocked the world by setting a new world record in the women’s 71kg snatch! 🎉 She lifted an astonishing 122kg (that’s like lifting a small horse! 🐎), breaking the previous record.
The competition was fierce. Yang and Song Kuk Hyang from the DPRK (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) both started strong. While Song had a bit of trouble with her first lift, Yang smoothly lifted 115kg. She then powered through 120kg! 💪
But Song wasn’t giving up! She matched the world record with a lift of 121kg on her last try. The pressure was on! Yang decided to go for 122kg. With the clock ticking and everyone’s eyes on her, she lifted… and nailed it! 🎯 After a tense video review, her lift was confirmed, and she took home the snatch gold!
Song Kuk Hyang Shines in Clean & Jerk 🌟
The excitement didn’t stop there. In the clean & jerk (that’s lifting the weight from the ground to shoulders, then overhead), Song Kuk Hyang stole the spotlight. She lifted a massive 155kg, breaking world records in both the clean & jerk and the total weight lifted! 🏆 With a combined total of 276kg, she earned gold in both categories. Yang lifted an impressive 140kg, earning silver medals. 🥈
Liao Guifang’s Dominance in 76kg Category 🥇
In the women’s 76kg division, China’s Liao Guifang was unstoppable! 🚀 She set a new world record in the snatch with a lift of 125kg. That’s heavier than two grand pianos! 🎹🎹
Liao didn’t stop there. She lifted 154kg in the clean & jerk, bringing her total to a world record-breaking 279kg. Although she just missed lifting 157kg, she still walked away with all three gold medals! 🌟
Wu Yan’s Triple Gold Victory 🥇🥇🥇
Let’s not forget Wu Yan in the women’s 81kg class. She secured gold in the snatch with a lift of 116kg and kept her lead in the clean & jerk. With a top lift of 147kg and a total of 263kg, she clinched three gold medals! 🥳
What an Event! 🎊
The Asian Weightlifting Championships were full of excitement, world records, and inspiring performances. Who knows what these amazing athletes will achieve next? Keep cheering them on! 🙌
Reference(s):
Liao, Yang shatter world records at Asian Weightlifting Championships
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