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March 9, 2026
Charlotte Charles, Andrew Bailey, and Omar Satar were the standout performers at the Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation’s (GAPLF) 2026 season opener, the NSC/Fitness Express Novices and Juniors Championship, held at the Saint Stanislaus College Auditorium on Sunday.
Charles, the only female competitor, won gold in the 69kg Women’s Master 1 Raw and Open Raw categories.
Bailey claimed the Best Lifter award in the 83kg Men’s Open Raw division, lifting 225.0kg in the deadlift to edge past rival Brandon Joseph.
Eighteen-year-old Omar Satar earned Best Lifter honours in the 83kg Men’s Junior Raw category, achieving a total of 525.0kg across all lifts.
Seven gyms participated, including Roy’s Gym and Total Fitness. GAPLF President Franklin Wilson described the championship as a success, noting it coincided with International Women’s Day celebrations.
