Varazdat Lalayan’s reign as the world’s strongest man has come to an end following a notable performance at the World Weightlifting Championships held in Ningbo, China. The two-time defending champion secured a bronze medal in the men’s +110-kilogram division, concluding his quest for a third consecutive title.
Varazdat Lalayan’s reign as the world’s strongest man has come to an end following a notable performance at the World Weightlifting Championships held in Ningbo, China. The two-time defending champion secured a bronze medal in the men’s +110-kilogram division, concluding his quest for a third consecutive title.
On Sunday, Lalayan lifted a total of 457 kilograms, achieving 210 kilograms in the snatch and 247 kilograms in the clean and jerk. Despite his strong efforts, he was outperformed by Iraq’s Ali Ammar, who claimed gold with a lift of 466 kilograms, and Iran’s Alireza Yousefi, who took silver with a total of 458 kilograms. This championship marks a significant moment in Lalayan’s career, as he transitions from a dominant champion to a competitor in a challenging field of athletes.