Over the weekend, a team from the Malta Weightlifting Association took part in the Trophy of the Blue Swords in Meissen, Germany. This historic tournament, renowned for its unique format where men and women compete directly against each other, brought together some of the strongest lifters from across the globe.

First on stage for Malta was Roberta Tabone. After a nervous start in the Snatch, she steadied herself to lift 85kg. In the Clean & Jerk, she impressed with 107kg and then a personal best of 111kg. On her final attempt, she narrowly missed the Jerk at 115kg, which would have been a new national record.

Next up was Rylee Borg, who opened confidently with 120kg in the Snatch, followed by 124kg. He attempted 127kg but was unsuccessful. In the Clean & Jerk, Borg was in top form, securing 155kg and then a national record of 161kg. He came close to 165kg on his last lift but just missed the Jerk.

Closing Malta’s efforts was Tenishia Thornton. She lifted 87kg in the Snatch after recovering from a missed second attempt at 90kg. In the Clean & Jerk, she successfully lifted 108kg and 112kg but was denied at 115kg.

Tenishia secured the best Maltese placing with 9th overall in the final standings.

This tournament marks another important step in Malta’s preparations for the upcoming World Championships in Norway this September.

Well done to all!