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Saudi weightlifting team wins 50 medals at Arab Championship

Saudi Arabia's weightlifting team secured 50 medals at the Arab Championship, earning top spots in both team and individual events.

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Saudi weightlifters celebrate with medals at Arab Championship

Key Takeaways

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The Saudi national weightlifting team concluded its participation in the Arab Championship for juniors, youth, and seniors with a total of 50 medals, along with top finishes in team events, following a strong performance that saw lifters reach the podium.

In the team competitions, the Saudi men's team finished second in both the juniors and youth categories, and third in the seniors. The women's team also claimed third place in the junior category.

Medal breakdown and individual results

Individually, Saudi male and female lifters won 14 gold, 16 silver, and 20 bronze medals across the snatch, clean and jerk, and total events in various weight classes and age groups.

The results highlight the progress of weightlifting in the Kingdom and the ongoing efforts to prepare national teams and enhance the performance of athletes, strengthening Saudi Arabia's competitive presence in the Arab world.

These achievements reflect the Saudi Weightlifting Federation's commitment to developing the sport and supporting lifters, contributing to further successes at regional and international competitions.

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