Albanian weightlifter Ertjan Kofsha from Shtërmen won two bronze medals at the European Junior Championship held in Durrës, temporarily breaking four European records.

Kofsha lifted 162 kg in his second attempt in the snatch, earning a bronze medal. He then tried 167 kg in his third attempt but did not succeed. In the clean and jerk, he lifted 194 kg in his second attempt and ranked fourth, just outside the medals.

With a total of 356 kg, the talented athlete secured the bronze medal in the combined total. Expectations were high from the start, as the 94 kg category proved to be one of the most competitive.

The European Junior and U-23 Weightlifting Championship in Durrës will conclude with a closing ceremony on November 5.