Mirabai Chanu to Lead India at World Weightlifting Championships in China
What Happened
Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu will lead India's campaign at the 2026 World Weightlifting Championships in Ningbo, China. She will compete in the women's 53kg category after moving from the 49kg division, which is no longer part of the Olympic programme. The championships mark the beginning of the qualification cycle for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Key Takeaways
The championships mark Chanu's transition to a new Olympic weight category. Her performance will contribute to the qualification process for LA 2028, alongside results from subsequent qualifying competitions.