The Powerlifting World Championships is the main international event for the powerlifting sport. These are conducted on behalf of the sport's governing body, International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) by an affiliated national federation.
Organization
A world championship is divided in two events - one being a classic (also known as a raw championships) and the other being an equipped championships.
Championships
The first men's World equipped championships were held in 1973, while the first edition of women's championships was held in 1980). Since 2012 there are also held single Classic championships in each of the weights.
Seniors Men Equipped
Since 1973
Seniors Men & Women Classic
See also
- List of world championships medalists in powerlifting (men)
- List of world championships medalists in powerlifting (women)
References
External links
- International Powerlifting Federation
- AllPowerlifting
