Silver and bronze for Petterson-Griffith at IPF World Classic Open

Carlos ‘The Showstopper’ Petterson-Griffith (right) shares the podium after collecting his bronze medal

Again, this performance outshone his rivals in Flight B and it took a lifter from Flight A to edge him to the silver. Additionally, Petterson-Griffith set a new Total National Record with his 847.0kg (1867.31lb), erasing his own previous record of 825.0kg (1818.81lb) achieved on August 28, 2022, at Saint Stanislaus College.

His performance overall saw him ending as the sixth-best athlete in this category in the world, the best-ever by a Guyanese.

The President and Executive Committee of the Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation have already extended congratulations to Carlos Petterson-Griffith on his outstanding performance at this year’s edition of the World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships.

“We knew all along that you have what it takes to stand up with the best in the world and you have vindicated that belief. We know that this is just a step up to another level and we will continue to give you the necessary support needed, to climb the world ladder, ever higher.” President Franklin Wilson stated.

Gratitude is again extended to the following for making Carlos Petterson-Griffith’s trip a reality- Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr., the National Sports Commission, the Guyana Olympic Association, MVP Sports, Fitness Express, Superior Concrete, Space Gym and other private supporters.