Martins Risis discovered the stonelifting championship during a visit to Pakistan and appealed to the government to recognize it on the world stage.
In rural areas of Punjab and Potohar, Pakistan There's a huge passion for stonelifting, a centuries-old traditional sport. The stones, ranging from small to gigantic and weighing from 80 kg to 400 kg, pose a formidable challenge for competitors.
A video shared by @overseespakistan on Instagram showed many men lifting stones of different shapes and sizes against the backdrop of peaceful rural life as part of the annual stone-lifting championship. .
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Among them was Martins Lysis, an Olympic champion and famous for his feats in strength and track and field. strongest man in the world Rishis traveled to the heart of rural Pakistan to observe this tradition. For him, witnessing this remarkable display of power was not only moving but also a poignant reminder of the untapped potential that lies within Pakistan's borders.
Rishis envisions a future where Pakistan's rich tradition of strength athletics is celebrated on the world stage. With so much talent and passion, he is appealing to governments and sports organizations to recognize the potential for athletes from these rural areas to shine on stages like the Olympics.
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“Similar contests are being held here in Punjab and other states,” one social media user wrote. Another usage says, “My father and his friends used to hold competitions every few months in Nakyar, Kashmir.”
The stone-lifting championships may be a local affair, but their impact resonates far beyond Pakistan's rural borders.
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Date first uploaded: January 5, 2024 13:21 IST