{"id":33272,"date":"2026-11-03T03:33:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T03:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=33272"},"modified":"2026-11-03T03:33:00","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T03:33:00","slug":"george-speight-wins-gold-and-sets-new-oceania-record-in-mens-masters-4-classic-bench-press-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=33272","title":{"rendered":"George Speight wins gold and sets new Oceania record in Men&#8217;s Masters 4 Classic Bench Press"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"news_reader\">\n<p>Fiji&#8217;s George Speight has won a gold medal and set a new Oceania record with a lift of 107.5kg in his third attempt in the Men&#8217;s Masters 4 Classic Bench Press\u00a0at the 2026 Oceania Regional Powerlifting and Bench Press Championships at the FMF Gymnasium.<\/p>\n<p>He beat the previous record of 102.5kg, held by Brian Barrett of New Zealand.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Speight who is coached by Sahil Ram says he was introduced to the sport of powerlifting\u00a0<span>for health reasons earlier this year in April\u00a0<\/span>by his nephew, Samisoni Speight Jnr, who is the Strength and Fitness Coach for the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>He says that his nephew told him that it would be good for his muscles and bone structure, as well as longevity. <\/p>\n<p>Speight says Samisoni is his elder brother Sam\u2019s son. <\/p>\n<p>He says Samisoni practices what he preaches, as he is a member of the Fiji powerlifting team as well, and won his category with a gold yesterday.<\/p>\n<p>Speight says Samisoni used to train him and the late Shane Stevens at their driveway in Tamavua.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Powerlifting Fiji says they are incredibly proud of every Team Fiji athlete who stepped onto the platform and gave their very best. <\/p>\n<p><span>They say the lifters&#8217; dedication, determination and commitment to representing our nation are truly appreciated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>They also thank their sponsors, families, friends, coaches, officials and supporters saying the continued support and encouragement play an important role in making this journey possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Powerlifting Fiji says this is only the beginning and they look forward to more exciting performances as Team Fiji continues its campaign.<\/p>\n<p>After Day 1, Team Fiji currently has 20 Gold, 10 Silver, and 6 Bronze.<\/p>\n<p>The competition continues today.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fijivillage.com\/p\/george-speight-wins-gold-and-sets-new-oceania-record-in-men-s-masters-4-classic-bench-press-6694e9\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fiji&#8217;s George Speight has won a gold medal and set a new Oceania record with a lift of 107.5kg in his third attempt in the Men&#8217;s Masters 4 Classic Bench Press\u00a0at the 2026 Oceania Regional Powerlifting and Bench Press Championships at the FMF Gymnasium. 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