Hey everyone! Big news from the Asian Weightlifting Championships in Quzhou, Zhejiang Province on the Chinese mainland. Top athletes showcased incredible strength, and the competition was nothing short of electrifying! ⚡
In the men's 89kg division, China’s Li Dayin, an Asian record holder, rocked the stage by nailing lifts of 170kg and then 176kg in the snatch – a true display of grit even while battling a severe back injury. Though he managed only a 203kg clean & jerk, earning him bronze in that segment and a silver overall total of 379kg, his performance kept us all on the edge of our seats.
Rising talent 19-year-old Pan Yunhua also made waves by lifting 163kg in the snatch and an impressive 209kg in the clean & jerk, setting a new Asian junior record and grabbing silver in the clean & jerk alongside bronze overall. Talk about next-gen strength! 💪
Meanwhile, in the men's 81kg division, China’s Luo Chongyang bounced back after a shaky start to secure snatch gold with a successful 162kg lift. Despite tough competition from Indonesia's Rizki Juniansyah and South Korea's Son Hyeon-ho, Luo’s clutch 200kg clean & jerk helped him clinch overall gold with a total of 362kg.
This championship not only showcased raw power but also the spirit of resilience and determination. It’s a great reminder to all young enthusiasts in South and Southeast Asia that with passion and perseverance, you can push the limits and achieve greatness. Keep rocking and lifting those dreams! 🏆
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Li Dayin wins men's 89kg snatch at Asian Weightlifting Championships
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