SAMOA WEIGHTLIFTING TEAM SELECTED FOR COMMONWEALTH CHAMPIONSHIPS
Selected teams for Samoa Weightlifting, upcoming Commonwealth Senior & Junior Weightlifting Championships to be held in Delhi (Photo: Samoa Weightlifting Federation, Facebook)
Samoa Weightlifting is a force to be reckoned with in the world of weightlifting, consistently maintaining their reputation as the top Pacific nation in the sport. As they set their sights on the Paris Olympics in 2024, the team embarked on a rigorous training regimen, aiming to conquer championships along the way to prepare themselves for the grand stage of Paris. The next challenge on their journey is the Commonwealth Senior and Junior Weightlifting Championships, scheduled to take place from July 11th to July 17th in Delhi, India. The Samoa Weightlifting Federation has carefully selected a formidable team to represent the country in this prestigious event.
The Chosen Representatives:
In the female division, Samoa will be represented by two exceptional athletes. Lesila Fiapule, a young talent, will compete in the 87 kg weight category, while the remarkable Iuniarra Sipaia will showcase her strength in the 87+ kg weight category.
The male division features a lineup of seasoned athletes, each with their own impressive track record. Nevo Ioane, a veteran in representing Samoa in weightlifting and a silver medalist in the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, will be competing in the highly competitive 67 kg category.
John Tafi, a recipient of medals in the 2019 Pacific Games, Oceania Championships, and Commonwealth Championships, will demonstrate his skills in the 73 kg category.
Maeu Nanai Livi, a rising star in the weightlifting scene, will vie for success in the 96 kg category, while the record-breaking gold medalist, Don Opeloge, will aim for victory in the 102 kg category.
Completing the male division's strong roster is Sanele Mao, a former bodybuilder who made the transition to weightlifting in 2012. Mao has represented Samoa on the world stage, and he will compete in the challenging 109 kg category.
These talented and dedicated athletes form the core of Samoa's representatives, poised to compete in the upcoming Commonwealth Senior and Junior Weightlifting Championships. Held in Delhi, India, from July 11th to July 17th, 2023, this event will test the mettle of weightlifters from around the Commonwealth.
Samoa Weightlifting, renowned as the top Pacific nation in weightlifting, is eagerly preparing for the Commonwealth Senior and Junior Weightlifting Championships. With a carefully selected team of talented athletes, Samoa is ready to make their mark in Delhi, India, from July 11th to July 17th, 2023. These championships will serve as a significant milestone for the team, propelling them further on their journey to the Paris Olympics in 2024. The world will be watching as Samoa's weightlifters aim to cement their legacy and bring glory to their nation on the global stage of weightlifting.
