Ningbo Weightlifting World Championships begin in China

The 2026 World Weightlifting Championships are taking place in Ningbo, China, from October 27 to November 8. The event serves as a primary qualification stage for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

Bulgaria is represented by five male athletes, including Angel Rusev and Deniz Danev in the 60 kg category, Ivan Dimov in the 65 kg category, Carlos Nasar in the 95 kg category, and Hristo Hristov in the 110 kg category. Bulgarian female athlete Boyana Kostadinova is unable to compete due to injury. Carlos Nasar, an Olympic and four-time European champion, is seeking his fourth world title.

Brazil is also competing with a five-member delegation consisting of Emily Rosa, Nathasha Rosa, Laura Amaro, Taiane Justino, and Thiago Félix. The Brazilian team recently completed a training camp in Turkey to prepare for the competition.

Key international matchups include the 85 kg category, where Jason Lopez of Colombia and Abdo Younes of Egypt are expected to compete for gold.