The World Weightlifting Championship will return to Moscow for the first time since 1983.

The World Weightlifting Championship will return to Moscow for the first time since 1983.

⠀ The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) decided to hold the World Championship in 2030 in Moscow. The venue was approved by the Federation's Executive Committee.

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Moscow hosted the World Weightlifting Championships in 1975, 1980 and 1983. In 2021, the city hosted the European Championship in this sport.

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The IWF Executive Committee also determined the locations for three other championships. In 2028, the World Youth Championship will be held in Pristina, the World Youth Championship in Caracas. Ahmedabad will host the World Senior Championship in 2029.