World weightlifting championships 2016 has officially started in Tbilisi Gymnastics Hall, on June 25. As expected, the ceremony was spectacular with traditional songs and dance.
Visitors were welcomed by minister of Sports and Youth Affairs - Tariel Khechikashvili, president of Olympic Committee of Georgia – Leri Khabelov, Mayor of Tbilisi – David Narmania, president of Georgian Weightlifting Federation – Kakhi Kahkiashvili and president of International Weightlifting Federation Tamas Ajan.
Participants stated that the tournament is organized on top level. Mr. Tariel Khechikashvili said that Tbilisi has already formed as a regional center of weightlifting.