Immigration Sports

Afghan refugee team wins four medals at weightlifting championship in Germany

SCHLESWIG, Germany — Afghan refugee athletes secured three gold medals and one bronze at a national weightlifting competition held in the northern German city of Schleswig.

The tournament featured competitors from various countries, with Afghan refugee lifters making a strong showing.

Hoshang Seddiqian won gold in the under-120 kg category, while Omid Khan Habib and Ahmad A’zami each claimed gold in the under-74 kg category.

Additionally, Javad Jami earned a bronze medal in the under-105 kg division.