South American Classic Powerlifting Championship
79-year-old Naranjan Singh broke the 83Kg Masters 4 Deadlift record yesterday at the South American Women’s and Men’s Classic Powerlifting Championships in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
This was disclosed by a press release from the Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation (GAPLF). Singh, who was the lone participant in his division, bested the previous record of 120.0Kg that was established in 2017 by lifting 120.5Kg.
“Singh, who turns 80 on October 20th, had already impressed with a best squat of 87.5kg and a bench press of 77.5kg, culminating in a total of 285.5kg”, the release stated.
Kheon Evans was unable to medal in the 83Kg category, as Guyana ended the event with five medals. Sarah Sanmoogan won four bronze medals on Wednesday in the Female Junior 69Kg category.
Meanwhile, Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sport Charles Ramson Jr. commended Singh for his accomplishment. Similar sentiments were echoed by GAPLF President Franklin Wilson.
