Pakistani sisters win gold in international weightlifting championship

Sehar Sohail, Veronika Sohail made history at the ongoing Weightlifting Championship in South Africa

Pakistani weightlifters Sehar Sohail and Veronika Sohail have made history by winning gold medals at the ongoing Weightlifting Championship in Potchefstroom, South Africa.

Competing in the 52 kg and 57 kg categories respectively, the sisters excelled in squat, bench press, deadlift, and overall weight, securing top honours and elevating Pakistan's stature in the sport.

The Weightlifting Federation's Secretary, Rashid Malik, confirmed that Pakistan's total gold medal count at the Asian Pacific African Combined Weightlifting Championship has now reached eight.

The Sohail sisters' achievements have been a highlight, with their performances inspiring pride across the nation.

Their younger sister, Twinkle Sohail, is set to compete next, with all three sisters participating in the equipped weightlifting category on July 13.

Their journey to South Africa was made possible through the support of the Sports Board Punjab.

The outstanding performances by the Sohail sisters underscore the rising talent in Pakistan's weightlifting scene and reflect the dedication and hard work invested in their training.