The 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships took place on Jan. 26 in Sheffield, England. Importantly, the event featured 24 of the world’s top powerlifters, with 12 men and 12 women competing. Notably, these athletes represented various weight classes as they chased world records. Additionally, the competition offered an impressive prize purse of £445,000 ($562,000 USD), the largest in powerlifting history.

Crucially, the athletes were ranked by how much of their weight-class world record they could achieve or surpass. Furthermore, this innovative scoring system heightened the stakes and encouraged record-breaking performances. As a result, the contest saw remarkable lifts across all divisions. Indeed, the opportunity to claim a share of the massive prize pool added extra motivation.

In the women’s division, Agata Sitko of Poland defended her title with an extraordinary performance. Meanwhile, her consistency on the platform set her apart as a dominant champion. Moreover, on the men’s side, Kjell Bakkelund of Norway claimed the overall gold. However, Gustav Hedlund, last year’s champion, fell to third place after a challenging competition.

Prize Pool Distribution

• 1st Place: £25,000
• 2nd Place: £12,500
• 3rd Place: £7,500
• 4th Place: £6,000
• 5th Place: £4,000
• 6th Place: £2,000
• 7th Place: £1,750
• 8th Place: £1,500
• 9th Place: £1,250
• 10th Place: £1,000

 

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Ultimately, this year’s Sheffield Championships stood as a showcase of world-class strength and determination. Furthermore, it reinforced its reputation as the premier event in powerlifting.

2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championship Official Results

Here are the final results from the 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships, along with notable achievements:

Men’s Division

Each athlete’s performance is displayed as: Squat/Bench Press/Deadlift — Total | Percentage of World Record.

1. Kjell Bakkelund — 257.5/195/317.5 — 770 | 106.207%
2. Emil Krastev — 317.5/235/365 — 917.5 | 101.831%
3. Gustav Hedlund — 335/220/360 — 915 | 101.554%
4. Russel Orhii — 338/202.5/330 — 870.5 | 101.103%
5. Austin Perkins — 323/200/320 — 843 | 100.837%
6. Jurins Kengamu — 312.5/187.5/352.5 — 852.5 | 99.013%
7. Ade Omisakin — 305/187.5/357.5 — 850 | 98.722%
8. Kasemsand Senumong — 260/155/300 — 715 | 98.621%
9. Jesus Olivares — 455/272.5/385 — 912 | 96.529%
10. Panagiotis Tarinidis — 250/165/282.5 — 697.5 | 96.207%
11. Wascar Carpio — 217.5/145/275.5 — 638 | 95.295%
12. Ashton Rouska — 375/180/340 — 895 | 95.162%

 

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To begin, Kjell Bakkelund dominated the men’s division with a world-class performance. Furthermore, he opened with a 257.5-kilogram squat, followed by a 195-kilogram bench press. Additionally, his 317.5-kilogram deadlift solidified his total at 770 kilograms. Notably, this total surpassed the existing world record by 6.207%. In fact, his consistency and focus made his victory undeniable.

Similarly, Emil Krastev delivered an impressive performance to take second place. Moreover, for his squat, he achieved a massive 317.5 kilograms. Furthermore, he benched 235 kilograms and deadlifted 365 kilograms to reach a total of 917.5 kilograms. Most importantly, his lifts surpassed the world record, amounting to 101.831% of the benchmark. However, even with his exceptional showing, Krastev could not overtake Bakkelund’s flawless execution.

Women’s Division

1. Agata Sitko — 210/158/260 — 628 | 104.667%
2. Karlina Tongotea — 231/130/255 — 616 | 100.489%
3. Sonita Muluh — 313/155/260 — 728 | 99.59%
4. Meghan Scanlon — 202.5/137.5/215 — 555 | 99.552%
5. Amanda Lawrence — 240/135/269 — 644 | 99.536%
6. Evie Corrigan — 172.5/102.5/202.5 — 477.5 | 99.272%
7. Prescillia Bavoil — 214/117.5/217.5 — 549 | 98.475%
8. Tiffany Chapon — 160/101.5/165 — 426.5 | 98.385%
9. Brittany Schlater — 287.5/155/273.5 — 716 | 97.948%
10. Alba Bostrom — 190/132.5/220 — 542.5 | 97.321%
11. Bobbie Butters — 182.5/112.5/195 — 490 | 94.321%
12. Jade Jacob — 170/107.5/180 — 457.5 | 88.065%

In the women’s division, Agata Sitko delivered a groundbreaking performance. Moreover, For her squat, she reached 210 kilograms, showcasing her technical prowess. Then, she moved on to a 158-kilogram bench press and a 260-kilogram deadlift. As a result, her total of 628 kilograms shattered the world record. Clearly, Sitko’s dominance was unmatched, lifting an astonishing 104.667% of the previous standard.

Meanwhile, Karlina Tongotea followed with an equally extraordinary display of strength. First, she set a world-record squat at 231 kilograms. Next, she completed a 130-kilogram bench press and a 255-kilogram deadlift. In total, her lifts added up to 616 kilograms, which exceeded the world record by 0.489%. Lastly, even though she placed second, Tongotea’s resilience and power established her as a formidable competitor.

IPF World Records

The competition saw 23 world records broken, showcasing the athletes’ incredible strength and determination. Furthermore, below are the record-breaking performances:

• Agata Sitko (68.41 kg): Bench Press (158 kg), Deadlift (260 kg), Total (628 kg).
• Karlina Tongotea (75.36 kg): Squat (231 kg), Deadlift (255 kg), Total (616 kg).
• Sonita Muluh (135.02 kg): Squat (313 kg).
• Amanda Lawrence (83.63 kg): Deadlift (269 kg).
• Prescillia Bavoil (62.44 kg): Squat (214 kg).
• Tiffany Chapon (46.28 kg): Bench Press (101.5 kg).
• Brittany Schlater (131.04 kg): Deadlift (273.5 kg).
• Kjell Bakkelund (65.95 kg): Deadlift (317.5 kg), Total (770 kg).
• Emil Krastev (92.87 kg): Deadlift (365 kg), Total (917.5 kg).
• Russel Orhii (82.84 kg): Squat (338 kg), Deadlift (330 kg), Total (870.5 kg).
• Austin Perkins (73.9 kg): Squat (323 kg), Deadlift (320 kg), Total (843 kg).
• Wascar Carpio (58.93 kg): Deadlift (275.5 kg).
• Ashton Rouska (104.56 kg): Squat (375 kg).

At this year’s Sheffield Championships, world records fell like dominoes. Overall, athletes shattered 23 world records across multiple categories. To illustrate, seven men and two women surpassed world benchmarks, redefining the sport’s limits. Clearly, this competition marked a pivotal moment for powerlifting.

For instance, Kjell Bakkelund set a total record of 770 kilograms, while Emil Krastev broke the deadlift record with 365 kilograms. Likewise, Agata Sitko achieved new highs in the bench press and deadlift. As a result, these groundbreaking performances demonstrated the athletes’ determination to elevate their craft.

Lastly, these remarkable performances solidify Sheffield’s status as the pinnacle of competitive powerlifting.

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Overview 

The 2025 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships took place on Jan. 26 in Sheffield, England, featuring 24 elite athletes—12 men and 12 women—competing across weight classes. Notably, the event used a unique scoring system based on surpassing world records, driving intense performances. Importantly, the competition offered a record-breaking prize pool of £445,000 ($562,000 USD). As a result, the contest saw exceptional lifts and 23 world records shattered. Furthermore, on the men’s side, Kjell Bakkelund claimed gold with a total of 770 kilograms. Meanwhile, Agata Sitko defended her title in the women’s division, setting multiple records. Clearly, this event showcased the peak of powerlifting talent.

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