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Don’t miss the IWF/ITA Clean Sport Education webinar for Coaches on March 19!

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:00:05 +0000

On March 19, we invite our Coaches to attend the Clean Sport Education webinar hosted by the International Testing Agency (ITA), on behalf of the IWF. Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

Asian Weightlifting C'ships in India postponed due to Middle East conflict

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:58:05 +0000

The Asian Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad have been postponed from April 1–10 to May 12–17, 2026 due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Read more...

Source: Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports)

Asian Weightlifting Championships in India postponed to May

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:05:31 +0000

The Asian Weightlifting Championships, which was slated for April in Ahmedabad, has been officially rescheduled to May 12-17. Read more...

Source: Economictimes.indiatimes.com

IWF celebrates International Women’s Day

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:49:11 +0000

On International Women’s Day, the IWF celebrates the women who are changing the sport – as athletes, leaders, mentors and advocates. Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

This Is Exactly When You Should Replace Your Weightlifting Shoes to Prevent Injuries, According to an Orthopedic Specialist

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:12:34 +0000

Knowing the signs could save you from a painful setback in the gym.

Source: Grindtv.com

This Is Exactly When You Should Replace Your Weightlifting Shoes to Prevent Injuries, According to a Podiatrist

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:12:34 +0000

Knowing the signs could save you from a painful setback in the gym.

Source: Canoe and Kayak Magazine

Cyrille Tchatchet II appointed to WADA Health, Medical and Research Standing Committee

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:00:29 +0000

Cyrille Tchatchet II, IWF Athletes Commission member, has been appointed to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Health, Medical and Research Standing Committee. Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

José Quiñones: “We are on the right track for Cali 2026!”

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:36:33 +0000

The 2026 IWF World Youth Championships, to be held in Cali (COL) from July 5-11 is already moving! This week, an IWF delegation... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

IWF in Milano for the start of the Olympic Winter Games

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:20:45 +0000

The IWF President Mohammed Jalood and the IWF General Secretary José Quiñones were last week in Milano (ITA), where they had the opportunity to attend the IOC Session... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

Qualification System for the Olympic Games LA 2028 has been approved

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:15:50 +0000

The Weightlifting Qualification System for the Olympic Games LA 2028 has been approved by the IOC Executive Board, after... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

IWF President congratulates new OCA President

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:17:27 +0000

The IWF President Mohammed Jalood was present at the General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), earlier this week in Tashkent (UZB)... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

IWF delegation visits Ningbo (CHN), site of the 2026 IWF Worlds

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:40:45 +0000

This week, an IWF delegation including President Mohammed Jalood, General Secretary José Quiñones and Executive Board member Matthew Curtain... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

IWF President received by the President of Uzbekistan in Tashkent

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:46:45 +0000

The IWF President Mohammed Jalood was in the beginning of this week in Tashkent, the vibrant capital of Uzbekistan, where... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

Preliminary Entries for IWF World Junior Championships are due on February 2

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:32:15 +0000

IWF would like to kindly remind its National Member Federations that the deadline for the Preliminary Entries of the first IWF event of the year... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation

IWF appoints Eleiko as Sole Supplier for LA 2028 Olympic Games

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:29:45 +0000

The IWF is pleased to announce that Eleiko has been appointed as the Sole Supplier of Weightlifting equipment for the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad... Read more...

Source: International Weightlifting Federation