Azerbaijani weightlifter Isa Rustamov has dedicated his recent success at the European Weightlifting Championships in Chișinău, Moldova, to the entire nation, saying, “This is not just my victory — it belongs to all of us.”
Speaking to Idman.biz, Rustamov reflected on his performance in the 67 kg weight category, where he claimed three medals: bronze in the snatch (138 kg), gold in the clean and jerk (170 kg), and silver overall with a total of 308 kg lifted.
“I had been preparing for this competition for a long time,” Rustamov said. “The competition was tough, with strong rivals. But thanks to the support from the federation and our coaches, I was confident I could win a medal. We’re proud to return home with this joy, and we believe even greater achievements await in future events.”
His results mark a significant step forward for Team Azerbaijan and highlight Rustamov’s growing presence on the European weightlifting stage.
Aytaj Sahed
Idman.biz
