Forde (Norway), Oct. 6 -- In a tranquil fjord town surrounded by mountains and water, the 2025 IWF World Weightlifting Championships have turned Forde into the sport's global focal point.
For International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) President Mohammed Jalood, the choice of host city was more than logistical - it was symbolic of weightlifting's inclusivity and reach.
"This championship is different," Jalood said, smiling after another record-breaking day.
"We are in a small city, and that is always a challenge. But the local organizing committee dida fantastic job. The crowd has been very passionate, and the competition hall is amazing."He added with a laugh, "Maybe some athletes said their rooms were small - but that's because this i...