Akbar Juraev Becomes Absolute Champion of Islamic Solidarity Games

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Uzbek weightlifting star Akbar Juraev has claimed the title of absolute champion at the VI Islamic Solidarity Games, held in Saudi Arabia.

Juraev delivered an outstanding performance, lifting 227 kg in the clean and jerk and totaling 420 kg in the combined score, making him the best among all competitors.

Previously, Juraev had stood atop the podium three times at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Konya, confirming his status as one of the strongest weightlifters of his generation.