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Updated TO Examination

The IWF Technical Committee has updated the IWF Technical Officials’ Examination documents following the modification of the IWF TCRR effective since 1 Jan 2017. The documents can be found in the Download Center. IWF Technical Officials’ Examination – Questions IWF Technical Officials’ Examination –

Technical visit in Bangkok

A 2-day IWF technical visit was paid to Bangkok by Anikó Németh-Móra (Director of International Relations), Tímea Horváth (Development & Education Manager) and Mátyás Lencsér (Competition Manager). The visit had a double purpose since Bangkok is the host of two major upcoming events: both the 2017 IWF Youth World Championships, the main YOG qualification event from 3 to 10 April, and the IWF Electoral Congress, 29 to 30 May. The Thai Amateur Weightlifting Association, under the supervision of Major General Intarat Yodbangtoey (IWF Vice President), welcomed the IWF delegation in the capital city of Thailand. The group inspected and approved the venues, like the Indoor Stadium Huamark where the competition and training will be held, the YWC hotels (The Grand Fourwings Convention Hotel, Hotel Alexander, Hotel Town in Town) as well as the premises of the Electoral Congress in the Grand Fourwings Convention Hotel, and discussed and specified the conditions and requirements of the events concerned. In view of the vast experience of TAWA in hosting major weightlifting events and having seen the thorough and professional preparations, the IWF delegation is certain that two well-organised events are ahead in the spring of 2017 in Bangkok. “Given the great care, the professionalism and the warm hospitality of TAWA, under the leadership of President Madam Boossaba Yodbangtoey and IWF Vice President Maj.Gen. Intarat Yodbangtoey, we are sure that we shall witness outstanding Youth World Championships and a great Electoral Congress in Thailand’s capital”, said Anikó Németh-Móra,

Weightlifting Federation of Republic of Moldova Elections

The Weightlifting Federation of the Republic of Moldova Elections were held on February 10th, 2017. The President, the 1st Vice President were re-elected and a new General Secretary was elected. President: Mr. CASAPU TUDOR General Secretary: Mr. COJOCARU MAXIM Congratulations to all the elected

IWF Technical Visit in Anaheim

The International Weightlifting Federation delegation traveled to Anaheim, California this week to meet with the Organizing Committee planning this year's IWF World Championships. Led by Director General Attila Adamfi, the IWF delegation toured the competition venue, the Anaheim Convention Center. The IWF also visited hotels that will serve as home for hundreds of athletes, coaches and technical officials for the competition, scheduled November 28-December 6, 2017. The Organizing Committee shared its creative vision for the event with Adamfi and IWF Director of Communication and Marketing Lilla Rozgonyi during the three days of meetings in Anaheim. During that time the IWF delegation met with the United States Olympic Committee which expressed its support for the World Championships in Anaheim. The question related to VISA and entry to the USA was also raised and is kept under major focus. The Organizing Committee and the IWF also walked through plans for the competition space, IWF Executive Board and Congress meeting venues and marketing plans. All sites are in walking distance. Other topics discussed included event ticketing, accreditation and spectator meal options. Creating a unique and memorable experience for athletes, coaches and spectators is a major focus. The Organizing Committee and the IWF delegation toured potential sites for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and discussed ways to create the most memorable World Championships yet. USA Weightlifting Senior Events Manager Pedro Meloni, Director of Membership, Communications and Digital Marketing Kevin Farley and Andrews met with their California counterparts to iron out details for the event. Roy Edmonson, Visit Anaheim's Vice President of Sports Development and Rip Hunter, CEO of Get Travel, along with the rest of the Organizing Committee, discussed athlete registration and other important procedures with the IWF that will be published in the coming weeks. As preparations continue, tickets and spectator hotel package are already on sale for the event at 2017wwcAnaheim.com. "We had great meetings with the IWF here in Anaheim," USA Weightlifting CEO Phil Andrews said at the conclusion of the site visit Friday. "We look forward to continue finalizing plans with our great partners at Visit Anaheim and the IWF. We cannot wait to welcome the world back to the United States." Source:

IWF Executive Member Pyrros Dimas visits Cyprus Federation

IWF Executive Board Member - triple Olympic champion - Pyrros Dimas paid a visit to Cyprus to meet the leaders of the Cyprus Weightlifting Federation and talk about possibilities of promoting the development of the sport in the country. In addition to conducting talks with Dr. Andreas Roumbas, President of the Cyprus Weightlifting Federation, Mr. Dimas was received by the President of the Cyprus Parliament, Mr. Dimitris Syllouris and the Minister of Education, also in charge of Sports Finances, Mr. Konstantinos Kadis and led fruitful discussions, whereby the smooth functioning  of the Federation and the support to weightlifting was assured from both sides. Mr. Dimas was accompanied by the new President of the Hellenic Weightlifting Federation, Mr. Konstantinos Korlos, who used the opportunity to consult with the CWF on bilateral cooperation in the sport of weightlifting.

Mosquera already focusing on Tokyo 2020

Although the Rio 2016 Olympic Games ended last year, Luis Javier Mosquera Lozano is already practising for the upcoming big challenges. The Colombian weightlifter’s reason to start such early is to achieve better and better results to reach his goals. „At the 2017 IWF World Championships Anaheim, USA I wish to showcase an outstanding result to prove that I am already moving ahead on my chosen path leading up to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. I wish to be arrive there as serious contender for the Gold Medal.” The 21-year-old Mosquera added - “With the help of God, I can reach more success and become a favourite for Tokyo as in 4 years I want to become an Olympic Champion. “ The Colombian weightlifter – only mentioning his biggest achievements – won the 2012 Youth World Championships in the Men’s 62kg (Total of 283 kg), the 2014 Junior World Championships. He then moved up to the 69kg bodyweight category and won the Junior World Championships title in 2015 again. He won the Bronze Medal at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games for his Total of 338kg. This year he plans to compete at the National Championships, the Pan-American Championships, the IWF World Championships as well as at the Bolivarian Games held every four years between athletes from Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Panama, Peru and