Singapore’s Powerlifting Marvel Shatters World Record – A Historic Moment!
In a jaw‑dropping spectacle at the World Open Classic Powerlifting Championships in South Africa, Farhanna Farid humped back the drums of history. On a sunny June 6th, she lifted an astounding 200.5 kg in the women’s Open Under‑52 kg deadlift, crushing the previous world record of 196.5 kg set by France’s Shizuka Rico earlier this year.
What Made This Lift So Epic?
- Earlier this afternoon, Farhanna already blew the record off the shelf with a 197 kg lift – a personal best that turned heads.
- Then she capped it off with a final lift that not only rebirthed her own record but also catapulted her to the very top of the global rankings.
- Remarkably, this milestone marks the first Open world record for a Singaporean athlete.
Powerlifting 101 – A Quick Recap
Powerlifting is the holy trinity of strength: the squat, the bench press, and the deadlift. The deadlift in particular is a brutal contest of pure muscle. The lifter: lift the bar off the floor, stand tall, and never touch the bar again until the referee gives the go‑signal.
Farhanna’s Journey – From Local Champion to Global Icon
Back in October, she set the national record at the Singapore Powerlifting Open with 196 kg. Fast forward to today: she’s turned that personal best into a world‑record-breaking statement.
Besides setting the record, Farhanna bagged Singapore’s first gold medal in any Open category at the World Championships. She finished ahead of French duo Noemie Allabert (192.5 kg) and Shizuka Rico (185 kg).
Voices from Singapore
Tan Say Yong, President of Powerlifting Singapore, gushed.
“This world record places Farhanna squarely at the top of the world’s elite. Her journey embodies the steadfastness that Singapore’s athletes and coaches have shown during the pandemic challenges.” He added, “Her achievement sparks hope and sets a shining example for others— a rallying point for new growth in our community.”
Overall Results – A Global Shake‑Up
- Noemie Allabert clinched the overall title with a grand total of 438 kg.
- Her teammates from France: Pleun Dekkers (Netherlands) 423.5 kg and Canadian Stef Kean 422.5 kg finished second and third.
- Farhanna, at 29, ranked 7th overall among 13 participants, 9th in the squat and 12th in the bench press.
In short, the day was a testament to grit, dedication, and the booming spirit of Singapore powerlifters. Farhanna’s record is a beacon, lighting up the path for future athletes to dream bigger and lift higher.
