President Bajram Begaj congratulated athletes Briken Calja and Ertjan Kofsha today for their records at the Balkan Weightlifting Championship.

In an official statement, Begaj praised both athletes for winning gold medals and setting new Balkan records. He added, “Your success makes us proud.”

Ertjan Kofsha excelled in the championship, dominating the under-94 kg category. Moreover, he won three gold medals and set three new Balkan records for juniors.

Kofsha lifted 165 kg in the snatch, 193 kg in the clean and jerk, and 358 kg in the total. These results not only secured him first place in all three events but also broke the previous records.

With this performance, the Albanian weightlifter confirmed his excellent form and ranks among the sport’s most promising talents.

Earlier, Briken Calja also shone in the championship held in Durrës. He likewise won three gold medals and set three Balkan records.