Armenian Weightlifters Receive Hero’s Welcome at Zvartnots Airport After Big Wins at European Championship

A group of Armenian weightlifters returned to Yerevan to a warm and emotional welcome at Zvartnots International Airport after completing their participation in the European Junior and U23 Weightlifting Championships.

Family members, friends, and fans gathered at the airport holding flowers and flags, greeting the athletes with traditional Armenian music, applause, and celebration. The atmosphere was filled with pride and joy as the returning champions shared their experiences and reflected on their achievements.

The Armenian Report was present at Zvartnots International Airport and spoke with the athletes as they arrived home.

Emma Poghosyan told The Armenian Report that she won her first medal of the year at the championship despite having undergone a long treatment for a leg injury. “I finally succeeded,” she said with pride and relief.

Another weightlifter, Liana Gyurjyan, told that this victory is the start of what she hopes will be a series of career-long successes.

Anna Amroyan also spoke with The Armenian Report, saying that after being injured during the World Championships, she was unable to train for a long time before this competition. “Despite that, I am satisfied with my results and will prepare for the next competitions,” she said.

It’s important to add that Team Armenia is returning from this championship with seven gold medals.

The athletes’ strong performances at the European Championships once again demonstrated the power and determination of Armenia’s young weightlifters. Despite facing injuries and setbacks, they returned home with pride and motivation to continue representing Armenia on the international stage.

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