Yerevan, February 14 – The Armenian Weightlifting Championship 2026 began yesterday in Yerevan, bringing together 110 weightlifters from across the country. The opening ceremony was held on February 13 at the Sports Management Center, marking the start of a significant event in the national sports calendar.
Opening Ceremony and Participation
The championship, a key event for Armenian weightlifting, commenced with an official opening ceremony. A total of 110 weightlifters are participating, showcasing the depth of talent within the sport in Armenia. This year’s competition is highly anticipated, as it provides a platform for both established athletes and emerging talents to compete at a national level.
Female Champions Crowned on Opening Day
The first day of the competition focused on the women’s categories, with several athletes from various cities, including Gyumri, securing championship titles and medals. The results for the female champions and medalists are as follows:
- 48 kg category:
- Kristine Babayan (Ararat) – Champion
- Zephyr Ghazaryan (Echmiadzin) – Medalist
- Mane Avanesyan (Kasakh) – Medalist
- 53 kg category:
- Izabella Yaylyan (Yerevan) – Champion
- Tanzela Grigoryan (Gyumri) – Medalist
- Araksya Sirakanyan (Gyumri) – Medalist
- 58 kg category:
- Alexandra Grigoryan (Gyumri) – Champion
- Milena Avanesyan (Echmiadzin) – Medalist
- Liana Stepanyan (Yerevan) – Medalist
- 63 kg category:
- Natalya Sargsyan (Gyumri) – Champion
- Yughaber Amroyan (Gyumri) – Medalist
- Milena Gevorgyan (Vanadzor) – Medalist
- 69 kg category:
- Meri Misakyan (Kasakh) – Champion
- Aksanna Torosyan (Gyumri) – Medalist
- Sofia Najaryan (Gyumri) – Medalist
- 77 kg category:
- Anna Amroyan (Gyumri) – Champion
- Alina Sukiasyan (Sevan) – Medalist
- Yulia Shirinyan (Yerevan) – Medalist
- 86 kg category:
- Emma Poghosyan (Gyumri) – Champion
- Meri Aghalaryan (Jrarat) – Medalist
- +86 kg category:
- Tatev Hakobyan (Yerevan) – Champion
- Meri Tumasyan (Gyumri) – Medalist
- Nare Arakelyan (Ararat) – Medalist
The strong performance of athletes from Gyumri and other regions highlights the widespread talent and dedication within Armenian weightlifting. The championship is expected to continue with equally competitive performances in the men’s categories in the coming days.
Looking Ahead
The Armenian Weightlifting Federation has organized this event to promote the sport and identify top talent that can represent Armenia in international competitions. The championship serves as a crucial stepping stone for many athletes aspiring to achieve national and international recognition.
The competition will continue to feature various weight categories for male weightlifters, promising more exciting contests and the crowning of new champions. Sports enthusiasts are eagerly following the event, which is set to conclude in the coming days.
