Weightlifting Returns to the Olympic Stage for Los Angeles 2028

After a recommendation, the International Olympic Committee has decided to include weightlifting in the program of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Prior to this, only discussions were held on this matter. Today, on October 16, 2023, this decision was finally approved, and gained legal force during a voting session in India.

This marks another significant step in the new policy of the International Weightlifting Federation. It’s worth noting that the leadership of the federation has recently changed, and their goal is to promote the sport on the international stage. Progress has also been made in the field of anti-doping reforms, which were introduced by the new leadership, and executive council of the IWF.

Unlike previous IWF presidents, Mohammed Jalood focuses on concrete actions, and rational dialogue with all international organizations regarding the promotion of the sport. He aims to elevate the sport’s standards to a level where it remains in the Olympic program permanently.

As we can see, the first step has already been taken, successfully achieving the inclusion of weightlifting in the Olympic program. He stated that today is a moment for celebration, but there is no room for complacency. This is not the end of the expansion of this sport onto the international stage.

We will continue to monitor developments in the field of weightlifting, and wish their leadership success in this endeavor. The diversification of Olympic programs is a positive step for the overall development of the sport.