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Visit at KMG International by IWF President
Dr Tamas Ajan IWF President paid a visit to the headquarters of KMG International in Bucharest Romania last week upon the invitation of the CEO of the company, Zhanat Tussupbekov who also holds the titles of IWF Vice President, and Marketing Commission Chairman. A detailed presentation was held about the activities of the company, which is one of Europe’s largest stakeholders in the oil industry with increasing turnover annually. Dr Ajan and Mr Tussupbekov also used the opportunity to review the co-operation between the IWF and KMG International in the past 3 years and discussed potential cooperation between IWF and KMGI in the future. The Marketing Commission Chairman and the President also had a fruitful consultation about the potential improvement of the IWF marketing activities. The two parties had a detailed conversation about the situation of Kazakh weightlifting and the President expressed his satisfaction on the progress the Weightlifting Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan made in the fight against doping. Kazakh Weightlifting will continue to work towards achieving clean weightlifting in the country by fully aligning itself to the IWFs strict Anti-Doping Policy and
Olympic Solidarity course in Lesotho
In the framework of the Olympic Solidarity Program, Lesotho Weightlifting Federation together with Lesotho Olympic Committee and the International Weightlifting Federation organized a Technical Course for Coaches in Maseru between 3rd and 8th May 2019. The expert of the course was Aveenash Pandoo, the IWF Coaching and Research Committee member. 16 participants attended the beginner level program for coaches. Some of the topics presented: Coaching principles and roles of the coach, Development of Strength, Periodisation, Training Program for beginners and year plan IWF Anti-Doping. The interest and the general attitude of the participants were good, the coaches who were present were mostly former athletes. The participants were willing and ready to learn more about the sport. As weightlifting is both for men and women, it was important to encourage the women participation, the President of Lesotho Olympic Committee, Ms. Matlohang Moiloa also referred to this matter. Further development in the country is important as the 2022 African Youth Games to be held in
Sucessful Anti-Doping and Technical Officials Seminar in Slovakia
An Anti-Doping and Technical Officials Seminar was organized by the Slovakian Weightlifting Federation within the framework of the IWF Development Program between 22-23 May 2019 in Slovakia. More than 30 participants – coaches, referees and athletes attended this important two days event to listen to both internal and external speakers of anti-doping, the new qualification system, technical rule changes and to share their knowledge to develop weightlifting in Slovakia. The seminar was opened by Mr. Jan Stefanik, President of the Slovakian Weightlifting Federation. On the first day of the event, an Anti-Doping Education Seminar was held by IWF Legal Counsel Ms. Lilla Sági. The lecture included the recent changes in the IWF’s Anti-Doping Program with special regards to the IWF-ITA Partnership. Other technical and useful information was given to the participants of the most important Anti-Doping Rules and especially the system of ADAMS. Also on the first day, a lecture was given by IWF Director General Mr. Attila Adamfi of the new Qualification System for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. On the second day Mr. Adamfi gave a short presentation on the new rules of the IWF Technical Rules & Regulations such as the Video Playback Technology and its first try out experiences from the 2019 IWF Youth World Championships. At the last session an interactive discussion was held of the practicalities of the applicable tecnhical rule changes led by Mr. Chovanec and Mr. Ikreni from the Slovakian Weightlifting
Samoa is ready to host Pacific Games
The Samoa Weightlifting Federation is ready to host 300 lifters and 20 international technical officials from around the world during the Pacific Games in July. This was confirmed by the Director General of the International Weightlifting Federation, Attila Adamfi during his 3-day visit to Samoa last week. “The event is not only for the Pacific Games, but the Oceania and Commonwealth Championships, and most importantly it’s the qualification event for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, all happening at the same time here in Samoa,” he said. Adamfi said that the decision to hold all three tournaments at the same time as the Pacific Games was a cost-effective solution by the Oceania Weightlifting Federation because most of the competing nations are Commonwealth countries. “They will save in travel costs if they can compete for all competitions at the same time and in the same location,” said the Director General of IWF. “To be very honest I have had the easiest job during my visit here in Samoa.” “When we (IWF) found out that Samoa is the host country for these tournaments, we immediately felt confident because we already know Samoa is a powerhouse of Oceania in organising such event’s,” he said. “We knew the games would be in good hands under the control of the President and Head Coach of the Samoa Weightlifting Federation, Tuaopepe Jerry Wallwork; “The venue is perfect, it has already hosted many competitions and most importantly, the hospitality by the Samoan people will no doubt provide a great experience for every visitor and every athlete here to compete and get qualified for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.” Mr Adamfi said that lack of experience was usually the fault of hosting nations when preparing for international events. “Here in Samoa, we are 100 percent confident that we have nothing to worry about because weightlifting is an experienced sport and they have already organised several international competitions, so to be honest, the event will be in capable hands and we cannot see any major challenges,” he said. “The sports equipment have already arrived in Samoa, and it is also important to mention that sports equipment are provided by the same company that will be providing the equipment for the Tokyo Olympics,” added the Director General. “This also shows that the standard of the competition is at a high level and we believe that everything provided here guarantees a top competition.” The President of the International Weightlifting Federation, Dr Tamas Ajan will also be visiting the shores of Samoa during the competition. “He loves the country and respects the work Tuaopepe Jerry Wallwork is doing here and I believe he won’t want to miss this great opportunity to visit Samoa
IWF 2018 LIFTER OF THE YEAR Award Gala
IWF celebrated the Lifters of the Year 2018 in the picturesque Black Sea resort, Kobuleti, Georgia. The Jenő Boskovics Lifter of the Year Trophies were presented to the female and male awardees within a grand ceremony Monday night. Spanish Lidia Valentin and Georgian Lasha Talakhadze were the protagonists of the evening after receiving the most votes at WORLD WEIGHTLIFTING’s traditional vote at the beginning of the year. The online poll closed with the same result as last year: after 2017, Lidia and Lasha proved to be the best again. At the Award Gala on Monday that took place in the garden of the Georgia Palace Hotel, right at the Black Sea, the awardees, their companions and guests, headed by Dr Tamas Aján IWF President, were part of an elegant and spectacular program televised live on Channel 1 Georgia. Notable personalities, like Shalva Gogoladze, Deputy Minister of Education, Culture and Sports of Georgia, Leri Khabelov, GOC President, Lasha Komakhidze, Mayor of Batumi and Mirian Katamadze, Mayor of Kobuleti honoured the night with their presence. The host of the event was the Georgian Weightlifting Federation under its triple Olympic champion President Kakhi Kakhiashvili. Antonio Urso, EWF President and Hasan Akkus, EWF General Secretary were also among the attendees. Dr Tamás Aján expressed his gratitude for the traditionally high-level and friendly reception of the Georgian Weightlifting Federation who did not disappoint this year either. The President praised the two Lifters of the Year, highlighting that besides being exceptionally successful, these two athletes are highly popular among fans. From more than 30.000 votes cast by visitors of iwf.net representing over 60 countries, Lidia received around 13.000 and Lasha 18.000 hits, both winning the poll by a large margin. In her speech, Lidia Valentin emphasized how much it means to her to be selected for the title for the second time in a row and said she is very grateful to her fans and the Spanish national federation for the support she gets. “Having a leading role in women’s weightlifting and earning this honour is a dream came true. An event like this brings people together, I am so happy to be a part of it.” “Next on my agenda is the World Championships, then competing on more qualifying events for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.” Lasha Talakhadze told the audience, he feels even more motivated to perform well after receiving the Trophy for the second time and endorsed the Georgian weightlifting team and federation for their great work. “I hope I can make weightlifting even more popular in my country and motivate young people to choose this great sport.” “I am very proud of all the achievements of my team and grateful for their support. It is a wonderful feeling that the Award Gala takes place in my home country again and I can show the World how great Georgia and its people are.” An excellent cultural show entertained the audience, including folklore dance, traditional Georgian singing and modern music. As the main event on the Gala, accompanied by the IWF President, Kornél Jancsó, Editor-in-Chief handed over the WW Jenő Boskovics Trophies to the winners. A video message of Georgian Prime Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze rounded up the
