Indian weightlifter Usha tops Group D at IWF World Championships

Indian weightlifter Usha finished first in Group D of the women’s 61kg competition at the IWF World Championships in Ningbo, China. The 23-year-old achieved a total lift of 212kg, consisting of a 93kg snatch and a 119kg clean and jerk.

In the same weight category, Nirupama Devi competed in Group C. She recorded a total of 211kg, with a 91kg snatch and a 120kg clean and jerk. While Usha's total was higher, Nirupama was placed in a higher group due to her declared entry total.

The World Championships serve as part of the Olympic qualification system for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Final overall standings for the athletes will be confirmed following the completion of Group A.