PRESS RELEASE
17 May 2026 | Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Day 6 Highlights – 2026 Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships
The sixth day of the prestigious 2026 AWF Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships witnessed thrilling action in the Men’s 110kg category at the Mahatma Mandir Exhibition Hall, Gandhinagar, with Asian weightlifters producing world-class performances.
China’s Liu Huanhua emerged as the overall champion with a commanding total lift of 420kg, securing the gold medal in Total and Snatch categories. Iran’s Alireza Nasiri dominated the Clean & Jerk discipline with an impressive 231kg lift.
India’s Harcharan Singh delivered a spirited performance before the home crowd, finishing seventh overall with a total of 338kg.
The President, Indian Weightlifting Federation congratulated the medal winners and participants for their performances which reflect the growing standard and competitiveness of Asian weightlifting. The Men’s 110kg category showcased strength, determination and sportsmanship.
We also commend the Indian contingent for their commitment and fighting spirit on the international stage.
| Medal Winners – Men’s 110kg Category | |||
| Category | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
| Snatch | Liu Huanhua (CHN) – 190kg | Chen Po-Jen (TPE) – 189kg | Davranbek Hasanbayev (TKM) – 188kg |
| Clean & Jerk | Alireza Nasiri (IRI) – 231kg | Liu Huanhua (CHN) – 230kg | Dong Bing-Cheng (TPE) – 215kg |
| Total | Liu Huanhua (CHN) – 420kg | Davranbek Hasanbayev (TKM) – 392kg | Dong Bing-Cheng (TPE) – 381kg |
+110 kg weight category for men will start at 3:00 p.m. and results will be shared by this evening.
With regards,
ASHWANI KUMAR
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
