Russia will host the World Championship in the Olympic sport of weightlifting for the first time since 2022

Russia will host the 2030 Weightlifting World Championships, marking the first time since 2022 that an Olympic sport event is held there. The decision by the IWF has sparked international controversy, especially from Ukraine, which plans to file protests. The event will serve as a qualifier for the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane. IWF Secretary General José Quinones expressed satisfaction with the decision, while Russian officials highlighted their capability to host major events. Ukraine's Sports Minister criticized the move as sending a dangerous signal amid ongoing conflict. The German Weightlifting Federation called for careful consideration of the situation.