At the 2023 IPF World Equipped Championships in Vilnius, Lithuania, Daria Rusanenko, despite her junior status, captured attention by dominating the Open age class, especially in the squat event. Daria Rusanenko achievement was a remarkable 278-kilogram (612.9-pound) squat, not only exemplifying her strength but also establishing a new record in the U84KG IPF Equipped Open category. This exceptional performance solidifies Daria Rusanenko’s status as a rising star in powerlifting, setting a Junior IPF Open World Record in the challenging 84kg category.
In the vibrant powerlifting scene, Daria’s journey is marked by notable achievements, especially in the squat arena. During the championship’s squat event, she effortlessly conquered a 265-kilogram (584.2-pound) lift, strategically reserving her energy for the challenges that lay ahead.
Moving on to her second attempt, Daria opted for a bold move, loading 278 kilograms (612.9 pounds) onto the barbell—an audacious endeavor to break existing records. Stepping onto the platform adorned with essential gear—a squat suit, lifting belt, and knee wraps—she executed a flawless descent, displaying impeccable technique and depth.
The ascent, though demanding, bore testament to her determination as she powered through. The result? A new U84KG IPF Equipped Open World Record and a standout moment in Daria’s already impressive powerlifting career.
This triumph is not unfamiliar territory for Daria Rusanenko. In a prior competition—the 2023 EPF European Open, Junior & Sub-Junior Equipped Powerlifting Championships—she had already claimed the U84KG IPF Equipped Squat World Record at 276 kilograms (608.5 pounds). This recent feat at the IPF World Equipped Championships further cements her status as a force to be reckoned with in the powerlifting world.
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Daria Rusanenko’s Complete Performance
In the recent IPF World Equipped Championships, Daria Rusanenko, the lightest and youngest in her weight class at 78.7 kg (173.5 lbs), secured second place with an impressive performance, missing just two out of nine attempts. Her resilience and skill set her apart on the competitive stage.
Personal Bests
| Equipment | Squat (kg) | Bench Press (kg) | Deadlift (kg) | Total (kg) | Dots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-ply | 608.5 | 330.7 | 608.5 | 1417.6 | 605.79 |
| Raw | 347.2 | 192.9 | 347.2 | 881.8 | 404.02 |
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Competition History
Born in 2001, Daria Rusanenko is already a well-known powerlifter. Despite her young age, she’s impressed the powerlifting community with her lifts and World Records. Daria has taken part in 32 powerlifting competitions and won 17 of them, showing she’s quite experienced despite her youth.
| Place | Federation | Date | Competition | Division | Total (kg) | Dots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | EPF | 2023-05-02 | European Equipped Powerlifting Championships | Juniors | 1380.1 | 600.71 |
| 3 | IPF | 2022-11-14 | World Open Equipped Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1417.6 | 605.79 |
| 6 | IPF | 2022-07-08 | World Games | Super | 1322.8 | 580.14 |
| 3 | IPF | 2021-11-08 | World Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1383.4 | 598.27 |
| 2 | EPF | 2021-08-03 | European Open Juniors & Sub-Juniors Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1328.3 | 582.79 |
| 1 | UkrainePF | 2021-04-22 | Ukrainian Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1333.8 | 578.52 |
| 1 | UkrainePF | 2020-07-24 | Ukrainian Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1251.1 | 540.54 |
| 11 | IPF | 2019-11-18 | World Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1190.5 | 516.81 |
| 1 | IPF | 2019-08-26 | World Juniors & Sub-Juniors Championships | Sub-Juniors | 1196 | 541.6 |
| 1 | UkrainePF | 2019-06-26 | Ukrainian Powerlifting Championships | Open | 1157.4 | 514.63 |
| 2 | IPF | 2019-06-04 | World Classic Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 881.8 | 404.02 |
| 2 | IPF | 2019-05-18 | World Bench Press Championships | Sub-Juniors | 281.1 | 127.05 |
| 1 | EPF | 2019-05-04 | European Equipped Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 1168.4 | 529.2 |
| 3 | EPF | 2018-05-06 | European Womens Championships | Sub-Juniors | 1036.2 | 477.33 |
| 1 | UkrainePF | 2018-03-13 | Ukrainian Classic Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 773.8 | 364.12 |
| 2 | UkrainePF | 2018-02-22 | Ukrainian Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 1037.3 | 495.38 |
| 2 | IPF | 2017-08-28 | World Sub-Juniors & Juniors Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 1019.6 | 500.49 |
| 2 | IPF | 2017-06-14 | World Classic Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 799.2 | 395.49 |
| 1 | EPF | 2017-05-08 | European Equipped Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 959 | 473.12 |
| 1 | EPF | 2017-03-12 | European Classic Powerlifting Championships | Sub-Juniors | 783.7 | 392.44 |
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This year has been good for Daria. She did well in both the World and European championships, even setting a new record for Equipped Squat in the IPF. Looking ahead, it’s clear she has the potential to break even more records in 2024. Daria Rusanenko is making a name for herself in the world of powerlifting with her continuous growth and impressive achievements.
Overview
In the dynamic world of powerlifting, Daria Rusanenko, a 22-year-old luminary, recently secured a groundbreaking 278kg equipped squat at the 2023 IPF World Equipped Championships. This not only marked a Junior IPF Open World Record in the competitive 84kg category but also underscored her strategic prowess, as evident in her masterful 265kg initial lift. With prior achievements, including the U84KG IPF Equipped Squat World Record at the 2023 EPF European Open Championships, Ms. Rusanenko solidifies her position as a rising star in powerlifting
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