Karlos Nasar Wins Third World Weightlifting Title

Olympic weightlifting champion Karlos Nasar has once again ascended to the top of the world, for the third time in his brilliant career. The 21-year-old Bulgarian athlete experienced a dramatic start in the snatch in the under 94-kilogram category, but demonstrated incredible resilience and determination, which propelled him to gold. After a fierce battle, Nasar managed to overcome the competition, finishing with an impressive 395 kilograms in the combined lift. The triumph took place at the World Championships in Førde, Norway, where the Bulgarian talent once again affirmed his greatness.

The atmosphere of the competition was electrifying. Tension, applause, and exclamations were heard from the stands, accompanying every lift of the barbell. The competition, which opened doors to new records, proved exciting for everyone present.

Nasar didn"t just surpass his competitors in the second movement – he demonstrated commendable class, setting a new world record of 222 kilograms. His total in the combined lift was only one kilogram below the best achievement in the world, highlighting his exceptional physical qualities and athletic skills.

This is Nasar"s third world title in his collection, which confirms his status as one of the most outstanding talents in the world of weightlifting. His previous successes include the victory in Tashkent in 2021 in the under 81-kilogram category and the triumph in Manama in 2024 in the 89-kilogram category.

Nasar"s start in the competition was not without difficulties. He recorded only one successful attempt in the snatch – 173 kilograms. Two unsuccessful attempts followed, with which he failed to overcome 178 and 182 kilograms. Despite the difficulties, his resilience and dedication brought him back into the game, making him shine in the following movements.

Two of his direct rivals from Group A lined up in front of Nasar – Iranians Alireza Moeini Sedeh and Ali Alipour, as well as the Colombian representative from Group B, Joxer Albornoz Quinto. His rivals offered impressive competition.

Moeini Sedeh even broke the world record in the snatch, achieving 182 kilograms. Ali Alipour also performed excellently, overcoming 176 kilograms. Albornoz finished third with 175 kilograms. Despite everything, Nasar"s strong will allowed him to prevail.

In the clean and jerk, however, Karlos Nasar gave no chance to the competition. He dominated the movement, successfully lifting 210, 219, and 222 kilograms. With each successful lift of the barbell, the tension grew, and the audience applauded enthusiastically.

The silver medal went to Alireza Moeini Sedeh, who finished with a combined lift of 391 kilograms. The Iranian athlete showed impressive skills but could not compete with Nasar. His best achievement in the second movement was only 209 kilograms.

The honorary podium was completed by Joxer Albornoz Quinto, who collected a total of 390 kilograms (175+215).

With his third world title, Karlos Nasar joined an elite group of 12 Bulgarian weightlifters who have achieved this remarkable success. His name is listed alongside greats like Atanas Kirov, Anton Kodzhabashev, Asen Zlatev, Blagoy Blagoev, Alexander Varbanov, Neno Terziyski, Mihail Petrov, Sevdalin Marinov, Nikolay Peshalov, Yoto Yotov, and Zlatan Vanev. His triumph is an inspiration to young athletes and further proof of Bulgarian power in the world of weightlifting.