S Sai Teja and S Vanisha Win Big at Kukatpally Powerlifting Championship

S Sai Teja and S Vanisha secured the top honors at the Telangana Open Medchal-Malkajgiri District Powerlifting Championship, which took place at the Fitness Plus Gym in Kukatpally, Hyderabad on Sunday.

Sai Teja was named the Strong Man of the tournament, while Vanisha was crowned the Strong Woman. The regional sporting event featured powerlifters competing across multiple weight classes. The winners of the championship were presented with medals, cash awards, and praise for their athletic dedication and sportsmanship.

In the men’s 52 kg category, Sai Teja delivered a dominant performance to claim his championship title. He achieved a lift of 197.5 kg in the deadlift category and successfully pressed 77.5 kg in the bench press category to secure the Strong Man crown.

In the female division, Vanisha claimed her victory in the teen girls’ 56 kg category. She secured the Strong Woman title by lifting 130 kg in the deadlift and 35 kg in the bench press. Both Sai Teja and Vanisha received cash awards of Rs 10,000 each for their performances.

The championship also saw notable performances from several other local powerlifters. Among the key competitors were M. Priyanka, who competed in the 54.5 kg category, and G. Ravi Teja, who participated in the 106 kg category. Additionally, Nithun delivered a strong performance in the 81 kg category, while D. Krishna competed in the 64 kg category.

Following the completion of the lifts, Krishna Rao, Gauthami, and Ravi Teja offered their congratulations to the winning athletes.

Rekha, the President of the WPC Telangana Powerlifting Association, distributed medals to the winners. During the ceremony, she applauded all the powerlifters who participated in the tournament, praising their sportsmanship and dedication to the sport of powerlifting.