Malta’s Young Lifters Smash Records And Shine On The International Stage
A new national record was snatched by young athletes from the Maltese Weightlifting Association who competed at the Ferenz Szabo Trophy in Spain.
The tournament brought together 13 teams from six countries, including Italy, Germany, Slovenia and Great Britain. Competing against some of Europe’s top young lifters, the Maltese team delivered an impressive performance, finishing fourth overall in the team rankings- an outstanding result for the squad.
“Well done champs, great performance,” wrote the Maltese Weightlifting Association on social media.
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Among the standout performers was Aaliyah Gatt, who achieved remarkable results in the women’s category. She lifted 71kg in the Snatch and 94kg in the Clean & Jerk, earning a total of 212 points and setting new national Under-17 records. Her performance placed her third in her group and 8th overall.
Luke Treeby Ward also excelled, lifting a combined 226kg and recording a new personal best in the Snatch. His efforts earned him 269 points, further strengthening Malta’s overall standing.
Making their international debuts, Nathaniel Fenech and Luke Stefan Micallef showed promising potential. Fenech lifted a total of 192kg for 271 points, while Micallef achieved 213kg and 281 points. Both displayed strong composure and determination on the international platform.
The competition served as valuable preparation for upcoming events, including Challenge 210 in Switzerland and the Malta National Championships, scheduled for 15th November at the Marsa Sports Complex.
The Maltese Weightlifting Association credited the team’s success to the ongoing support of SportMalta and the Maltese Olympic Committee, whose backing continues to help young athletes reach new heights on the international stage.
Well done to all!
Credit: Malta Weightlifting Association
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