Ukrainian weightlifter Andrii Revko has delivered an outstanding performance at the European Junior and Under-23 Championships, held in Durres, Albania, from October 12 to 19, 2026. Competing in the up to 65 kg weight category, the national athlete managed to reach the podium in three separate disciplines, claiming two silver and one bronze medals.
The competition in this weight class proved to be extremely tense and uncompromising. In the snatch event, Andrii Revko successfully lifted 121 kg, securing third place. In the clean and jerk, the Ukrainian athlete improved his performance by locking out 152 kg, which earned him a well-deserved silver medal of the tournament.
Total Results and Intense Battle for Gold
In the overall total of the two lifts, Andrii Revko accumulated a combined weight of 273 kg. This impressive result allowed him to officially become the European runner-up in the total. Competition on the platform was fierce: the category was won by Turkey's representative Mustafa Elis with a total of 277 kg, while the bronze medal went to Greek athlete Konstantinos Lampridis, who finished just one kilogram behind the Ukrainian with 272 kg.
Context of the Ukrainian National Team's Performance in Durres
Andrii Revko's success continues a string of strong performances by the Ukrainian national team at the European championship in Albania. Earlier, another Ukrainian representative, Yuliia Kovaliova, became the U23 European runner-up in the 53 kg weight category. Sports experts note the high level of preparation among Ukrainian weightlifters, who continue to represent the country with distinction on the international stage.
