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21 September 2010 [11:19] - Today.Az


World Weightlifting Championship of Veterans is underway in the Polish city of Chekhanov. The championship has brought together 501 athletes – 64 men and 437 women – from 42 countries.

Azerbaijan is represented by Akif Aliyev, 51, (56 kg), Hafiz Suleymanov, 43, (69 kg), Ali Javadov, 42, (over 105 kg), Asif Malikov, 39, (69 kg) and Ahmad Shahbuzov, 37, (85 kg).

The most recognized athlete among Azerbaijan’s representative is Hafiz Suleymanov who once represented USSR, Turkey and Azerbaijan in international competitions.


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