On July 14th 2024, Philippine Powerlifting (PHPL) hosted its first ever Deadlift Only competition, a celebration of raw strength, dedication, and the relentless pursuit of personal bests. This lifting competition, as the name suggests, features only one core lift: the deadlift.
The Deadlift Only competition was divided into weight classes and categories. Each lifter had three attempts to achieve their maximum lift, with the best lift from each athlete being recorded for final rankings.
Athletes warming up before the competition
Female Division Highlights
Danica Dawn Nova (Novice and Open)
Danica Dawn Nova dominated both the novice and open categories in the Under 48 kg class, lifting an impressive 125 kg. Her performance was a testament to her strength and skill, earning her the title of best lifter in both divisions.
Maria Therese Chua (Juniors)
Maria Therese Chua’s performance in the juniors division was outstanding. Competing in the Under 67.5 kg category, she lifted 125 kg, showcasing her potential as a future star in powerlifting.
Angelica Balangue (Masters 1)
In the masters 1 division, Angelica Balangue excelled with a lift of 80 kg in the Under 56 kg class. Her consistent performance across categories highlighted her experience and dedication to the sport.
Patricia Santos (Masters 2)
Patricia Santos emerged victorious in the masters 2 division for the Under 75 kg class, lifting 115 kg. Her achievement underscored her determination and skill, making her a standout lifter in her category.
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Best Lifter Highlights
Abraham Encluna (Novice and Juniors)
Abraham Encluna’s performance was a standout as he claimed the top spot in both the novice and juniors categories for the Under 67.5 kg class. His incredible lift of 230 kg demonstrated his raw power and technique, making him one of the competition’s most promising talents.
Lian Rodriguez (Open)
In the highly competitive Under 75 kg open category, Lian Rodriguez delivered a stellar performance with a massive lift of 285 kg. His dominance in this class was undeniable, showcasing his exceptional strength and earning him the title of best lifter in the open division.
Greg Lim (Masters 1)
Greg Lim impressed in the Under 140 kg category, securing first place in both the novice and masters 1 divisions with a lift of 222.5 kg. His consistent performance across categories highlighted his experience and dedication to the sport.
Ricky Cheng (Masters 2)
In the masters 2 division, Ricky Cheng emerged victorious in the Under 75 kg class with a solid lift of 140 kg. His achievement underscored his determination and skill, making him a standout lifter in his category.
Renato Dio (Masters 3)
Renato Dio dominated the Under 82.5 kg masters 3 division with a lift of 170 kg. His performance demonstrated that age is no barrier to strength, earning him the title of best lifter in his division.
From the rising stars in the juniors division to the seasoned veterans in the masters categories, each athlete’s hard work and passion for the sport were evident. As the final lifts were completed and the awards were handed out, it was clear that the future of powerlifting in the Philippines is incredibly bright. This competition served as a powerful reminder of the relentless spirit and camaraderie that define the sport, leaving everyone eager for the next opportunity to witness and celebrate such remarkable feats of strength.
Check out the rest of the results here!
Competition Results
Female Division
Under 48 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Danica Dawn Nova – 125 kg
- 2nd Place: Mikka Padilla – 120 kg
- 3rd Place: Mae Gianelli Boco – 105 kg
Under 48 kg Open
- 1st Place: Danica Dawn Nova – 125 kg
- 2nd Place: Mikka Padilla – 120 kg
Under 56 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Andrea Abalos – 110 kg
Under 56 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Deanne Nicole Moncada – 120 kg
- 2nd Place: Jenna Mae Louis Enriquez – 115 kg
- 3rd Place: Angelica Balangue – 80 kg
Under 56 kg Masters 1
- 1st Place: Angelica Balangue – 80 kg
Under 56 kg Open
- 1st Place: Deanne Nicole Moncada – 120 kg
- 2nd Place: Andrea Abalos – 110 kg
Under 60 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Trizia Anne Trinidad – 130 kg
Under 67.5 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Marie Therese Chua – 125 kg
- 2nd Place: Denise Belgira – 110 kg
Under 67.5 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Marie Therese Chua – 125 kg
Under 75 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Patricia Cecilia Sy-Santos – 115 kg
Under 75 kg Masters 2
- 1st Place: Patricia Cecilia Sy-Santos – 115 kg
Male Division
Under 52 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Jayvee Magsino – 145 kg
Under 60 kg Open
- 1st Place: Darrel Dave Doblon – 180 kg
Under 60 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Darrel Dave Doblon – 180 kg
- 2nd Place: Sky Mejia – 155 kg
Under 60 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Paul John Esposo – 175 kg
Under 67.5 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Abraham Encluna – 230 kg
- 2nd Place: Michael Ian Agliam – 210 kg
- 3rd Place: Joseph Marco Victoria – 170 kg
Under 67.5 kg Open
- 1st Place: Jorge Vince Hosmillo – 227.5 kg
Under 75 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Tristan Paul Casaclang – 210 kg
- 2nd Place: Michael Tantoco – 200 kg
- 3rd Place: Lev Angelo Dimoc, Charlz James Fabol, Bobby IV Bedico Munday – 190 kg (tie)
Under 75 kg Open
- 1st Place: Lian Rodriguez – 285 kg
Under 75 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Tristan Paul Casaclang – 210 kg
- 2nd Place: Charlz James Fabol, Bobby IV Bedico Munday – 190 kg (tie)
Under 75 kg Masters 1
- 1st Place: Ariel Valenzuela – 170 kg
Under 75 kg Masters 2
- 1st Place: Ricky Cheng – 140 kg
Under 82.5 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Anthony Asuncion – 205 kg
- 2nd Place: Arjay Avila – 195 kg
Under 82.5 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Tejinder Haliwal – 190 kg
Under 82.5 kg Masters 3
- 1st Place: Renato Dio – 170 kg
Under 90 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Michael Andrew Budol – 275 kg
- 2nd Place: Jaime Quioge – 210 kg
- 3rd Place: Norman Vincent Ignacio – 175 kg
Under 90 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Dan Kouny De Leon – 185 kg
- 2nd Place: Raphael Terence Ladra – 170 kg
Under 90 kg Open
- 1st Place: Michael Andrew Budol – 275 kg
Under 100 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Lawrenz Ong – 235 kg
- 2nd Place: Lou Dominic Torralba – 147.5 kg
Under 110 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Anthony Robin Fernandez – 205 kg
Under 125 kg Juniors
- 1st Place: Jack Reynolds – 280 kg
- 2nd Place: Syrel Liguan – 240 kg
Under 125 kg Open
- 1st Place: Ramil Zalamea – 290 kg
- 2nd Place: Jack Reynolds – 280 kg
Under 125 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Syrel Liguan – 240 kg
Under 140 kg Novice
- 1st Place: Greg Lim – 222.5 kg
Under 140 kg Masters 1
- 1st Place: Greg Lim – 222.5 kg
Under 140 kg Open
- 1st Place: Louie George Jimenez – 265 kg
- 2nd Place: Greg Lim – 222.5 kg
