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2026 Competition Updates: Weight classes, virtual competitions and more

British Weight Lifting (BWL) has confirmed several important updates taking effect in 2026. These include new weight classes, changes to virtual competitions, and reminders regarding competition regulations. Please review the information below carefully.

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Applications now open: the Brian Hamill Award

British Weight Lifting (BWL) is inviting applications for the Brian Hamill Award, presented by the Weight Lifting Foundation in memory of Brian Hamill, a long-serving trustee and dedicated supporter of young people in weightlifting.

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Sam Hayer Awarded BEM in New Year Honours

British Weight Lifting (BWL) is proud to announce that Sam Hayer has been recognised by His Majesty The King in the New Year’s Honours with a Medal of the Order of the British Empire (BEM) for services to Weightlifting and to the community in the West Midlands.

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BWL Clubs: Host a Regional Open at your club

Bring competition to your club and be at the heart of British Weight Lifting.

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Save The Date: BWL Annual General Meeting 2021

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GB Squad Announcement: World Youth Championships

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GB Squad Announcement: European Junior and U23’ Championships

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Wildboar Weightlifting Spotlight: British Weight Lifting Talent Academy

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European & Commonwealth Champion Emily Muskett Retires

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Membership

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Equation Fitness in Focus: British Weight Lifting Talent Academy

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Competitions

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British Weight Lifting Statement Regarding the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Coverage

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George Manners 1938-2021

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British Open Series 7 2021 Results

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Emily Campbell secures Team GB’s first medal in 37 years with stunning silver

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Tokyo 2020: Team GB Emily Campbell previews Tokyo

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These girls can still weightlift tour

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Apply to become a British Weight Lifting Scottish Talent Academy

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Raise the Bar - Free 6 week introductory strength training courses for schools and sports clubs

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How to watch Team GB weightlifters live at Tokyo 2020

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Tokyo 2020 Interview: Team GB’s Sarah Davies on Preparing for the Olympics

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Virtual British Championship 2021 Results

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