Sahar Sibghat wins National Weightlifting gold

Pakistani weightlifter Sahar Sibghat has achieved a major milestone in her sporting career by winning the gold

Pakistani weightlifter Sahar Sibghat has achieved a major milestone in her sporting career by winning the gold medal in the 59kg category at the National Weightlifting Championship, earning the title of national champion after years of determination and hard work.

Sibghat delivered an impressive performance throughout the competition, successfully completing lifts of 59kg, 76kg and 81kg to secure first place. Her consistent display of strength and technique helped her outperform her rivals and claim the championship title.

The victory marked the fulfilment of a long-awaited dream for the athlete, who has spent the past several years striving to reach the top of the national podium. After the competition, Sibghat shared an emotional message reflecting on her journey and the challenges she faced before finally winning gold.

She said she had been pursuing a national title since 2024 and described previous silver-medal finishes as difficult experiences that motivated her to work even harder. According to Sibghat, narrowly missing the top position strengthened her determination and kept her focused on achieving her goal.

Expressing gratitude after the victory, she thanked everyone who supported her throughout her journey and said becoming national champion was a proud moment in her career. She also expressed excitement about future competitions and the opportunities ahead.

Sibghat shared a behind-the-scenes video from the championship on social media, offering fans a glimpse into the event. The video featured moments from the competition, interactions with fellow athletes, the challenging weather conditions during the championship, her first meal after securing the title and an emotional celebration with her father, who had supported her throughout the event.

The achievement was widely celebrated across social media, with athletes, fans and public figures congratulating Sibghat on her success. Many praised her perseverance and dedication, describing her victory as an inspiration for young athletes, particularly women pursuing careers in competitive sports.

Among those acknowledging her achievement was actor Fahad Mustafa, who shared a clip from the championship on his social media account and congratulated both Sibghat and Pakistan on the historic success.

Sibghat’s latest triumph adds to the growing list of achievements by Pakistani women in international and national sports. Her victory highlights the increasing participation of female athletes in weightlifting and reflects the steady progress being made in promoting women’s sports across the country.