Antropov’s 330 kg Squat PR Stuns Fans Ahead of IWF Worlds 2025

Briefly About the Upcoming Championship

The 2025 World Weightlifting Championships – will unfold in Førde, Norway, from 2 to 11 October 2025. Staged at the modern Førdehuset venue, this global gathering will bring together elite lifters from well over 100 nations, each vying for medals in the sport’s most competitive field.

Briefly About the Athlete

Kazakh powerhouse Artyom Antropov, born in January 2000, is no newcomer.

A Youth World Champion who has since claimed multiple continental and world podiums, he last clinched a World title in 2024 with a total of 400 kg (snatch 170 kg, clean & jerk 230 kg).

His astonishing leg strength – highlighted by back squats of 320 kg and front squats of 300 kg – marks him as one of the most physically dominant athletes in his 102 kg class.

Now, footage circulating on Instagram reveals Antropov powering through a 330 kg back squat, reinforcing his readiness for the Weightlifting World Championships 2025.

What Can We Expect In His Category?

As the IWF Worlds 2025 draw near, Antropov’s weight class – likely the 110 kg category – promises to deliver some intriguing head-to-heads. Two key figures to watch from Armenia are Garik Karapetyan and Simon Martirosyan.

•  Garik Karapetyan – Europe’s Rising Star!

Just this spring at the 2025 European Weightlifting Championships in Chișinău, Garik Karapetyan emerged as the standout performer in the 109 kg category. He claimed gold across the board: snatch (185 kg), clean & jerk (226 kg), and the total (411 kg). 

•  Simon Martirosyan – The Veteran Challenger

28-year-old Simon Martirosyan brings deep experience and a decorated résumé: two-time Olympic silver medalist, multi-time world and European champion. After competing most recently in the super-heavyweights, he has deliberately moved back to the 109 kg category – and into the pending 110 kg class – to take his final bow.

Antropov’s Position

With both Karapetyan and Martirosyan previously dominating Europe and putting Antropov’s peers under pressure, Antropov’s massive 330 kg squat video signals his readiness to challenge these formidable opponents.

The oncoming IWF World Championships 2025 could become a dramatic battleground – veteran ambition versus youthful vigor versus Antropov’s emerging power.

Final Thoughts

This monumental 330 kg squat isn’t just a training clip – it’s a bold declaration from Antropov. It signals intent, warns rivals, and underscores his unmatched leg power. As the IWF World Championships 2025 draw near, his performance sets a tone of high drama and fierce competition.

About Torokhtiy Weightlifting And The Courage Of The Upcoming Event

At Torokhtiy Weightlifting, our media team is on the ground – ready to bring you exclusive coverage, athlete reactions, behind-the-scenes insights, and perhaps even training tips from Antropov himself. We’d love your input: what would you most like us to cover? Let us know in the comments – whether it’s technique breakdowns, athlete interviews, or live competition atmosphere.