Kazakh weightlifter became medalist at the World Championships in Manama – Athletics

Representative Kazakhstan Alexey Churkin won a silver medal at world championship V Manama (Bahrain), reports Sports.kz with reference to Olympic.kz.

The weightlifter represented the country in the weight category up to 81 kilograms.

In total, Churkin lifted 368 (164+204) kilograms. This result earned him a triple place.

Ri Jong Jong (North Korea) won – 371 (166+205) kilograms.

Muhammadkodir Toshtemirov won the bronze medal – 355 (165+190) kilograms.

Kazakhstani Alexander Uvarov also competed in this weight category. He finished fifth – 351 (160+191) kilograms.