Weightlifting Records: World, Asian, and Games Benchmarks
In the world of competitive weightlifting, success is measured by the ability to lift maximum weight across two primary disciplines: the Snatch (lifting the bar from the floor to overhead in one fluid motion) and the Clean & Jerk (lifting the bar to the shoulders before pushing it overhead). The combined weight of these two lifts determines the Total.
Before the start of this competition, several elite athletes held the benchmarks for excellence across global, continental, and tournament-specific levels. These records serve as the gold standard for athletes striving for podium finishes.
Key Facts
- Deng Wei holds both the World and Asian records for the Clean & Jerk and the Total.
- The current World Record for the Snatch is 117 kg, set by Svetlana Tsarukaeva.
- Lin Tzu-chi holds all three Games records (Snatch, Clean & Jerk, and Total).
- The highest recorded Total across all categories is 262 kg.
World Records
World records represent the absolute peak of human performance in the sport. Svetlana Tsarukaeva of Russia established the Snatch record in Paris, France, on November 8, 2011, with a lift of 117 kg.
China's Deng Wei dominates the other categories, setting both the Clean & Jerk record (147 kg) and the Total record (262 kg) during the events in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on August 9, 2016.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Asian and Games Records
On a continental level, the Asian records show a mix of historical and recent achievements. While Deng Wei shares the Clean & Jerk and Total records with her world marks, the Snatch record is held by Pawina Thongsuk of Thailand, who lifted 116 kg in Doha, Qatar, on November 12, 2005.
The Games records are exclusively held by Lin Tzu-chi of Chinese Taipei. All three of these records were set during the competition in Incheon, South Korea, on September 23, 2014, with a Snatch of 116 kg, a Clean & Jerk of 145 kg, and a Total of 261 kg.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Record Summary Table
| Category | Snatch | Clean & Jerk | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Record | 117 kg (S. Tsarukaeva) | 147 kg (Deng Wei) | 262 kg (Deng Wei) |
| Asian Record | 116 kg (P. Thongsuk) | 147 kg (Deng Wei) | 262 kg (Deng Wei) |
| Games Record | 116 kg (Lin Tzu-chi) | 145 kg (Lin Tzu-chi) | 261 kg (Lin Tzu-chi) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who holds the world record for the total lift?
Deng Wei of China holds the world record for the Total with a lift of 262 kg, achieved on August 9, 2016, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
What is the world record for the Snatch?
The world record for the Snatch is 117 kg, set by Svetlana Tsarukaeva of Russia on November 8, 2011, in Paris, France.
Which athlete holds the most Games records?
Lin Tzu-chi of Chinese Taipei holds all three Games records for the Snatch, Clean & Jerk, and Total, all set in Incheon, South Korea, in 2014.
How does the Asian record for the Snatch compare to the World record?
The Asian record for the Snatch is 116 kg (held by Pawina Thongsuk), which is 1 kg less than the World record of 117 kg.
When and where were Deng Wei's records set?
Deng Wei set her records for the Clean & Jerk and the Total on August 9, 2016, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.