The “French Phenom”, Nabil Lahlou, has conquered the powerlifting scene with his massive deadlift, as he has proved to be one of the greatest pound-for-pound deadlifters in the world. His record-breaking abilities earned him this status, and he has now clinched his place with yet another. The Frenchman took part in the 2023 WRPF Drug Tested Give Me Liberty or Give Me Chaos, on July 8th and put up the heaviest deadlift of his career. It came out to 342.5 kilograms (755 pounds) and marked a new Drug-Tested All-Time Raw Deadlift World Record in the 75-kilogram weight class.
Nabil Lahlou’s deadlifts at the aforementioned competition did not start off well, since he was unsuccessful in his first and lightest attempt of 310 kilograms (683.4 pounds). However, he quickly got focused and crushed his second attempt of 325 kilograms (716.5 pounds). So, Nabil Lahlou then got pumped up and loaded 342.5 kilograms (755 pounds) on the bar, crushing yet another lift and setting a new World Record.
Nabil Lahlou completed the lift with a sumo stance and a hook grip, while only using a lifting belt as well. Seeing how he broke the Drug-Tested ATWR, it is clear that Nabil was tested for PEDs and came out clean.
Taylor Atwood held the old Drug-Tested Raw Deadlift ATWR of 340.5 kilograms (750.6 pounds), which he set at the 2021 USAPL Raw Nationals.
Nabil Lahlou weighed in at 74.5 kilograms (164.2 pounds) for his appearance at the 2023 WRPF Drug Tested ‘Give Me Liberty or Give Me Chaos’ competition. He then went on to successfully complete eight out of his nine attempts, only missing one deadlift. In addition, Nabil set new competition PRs in all events.
Nabil Lahlou’s appearance came as a surprise since he did not discuss plans to compete on social media. Hence, he was under no pressure to do well, but this calmness helped him lift his heaviest competition deadlift ever..
“Just secured my 4th all time world record today 💪Kept this a secret from you all! Sometimes it’s just good to work in silence 🗿”
Squat
230 kilograms (507 pounds)
242.5 kilograms (534.5 pounds)
252.5 kilograms (556.5 pounds) — Competition PR
Bench Press
125 kilograms (275.5 pounds)
135 kilograms (297.6 pounds)
140 kilograms (308.6 pounds) — Competition PR
Deadlift
Unsuccessful — 310 kilograms (683.4 pounds)
325 kilograms (716.5 pounds)
342.5 kilograms (755 pounds) — U75KG Drug-Tested All-Time World Record
Total — 735 kilograms (1,620.4 pounds) — Competition PR
Drug Tested PWRBLD Gym March Madness Powerlifting Meet
Juniors 20-23
1366.9
483.62
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Drug Tested PWRBLD Gym March Madness Powerlifting Meet
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
146.4
Squat
435.4
463
485
485
Bench
237
253.5
-259
253.5
Deadlift
589.7
-628.3
628.3
628.3
GLP
96.34
1
USPA
2020-11-14
Drug Tested NOVA Fall Classic
Juniors 20-23
1245.6
439.27
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Drug Tested NOVA Fall Classic
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
21
Equipment
Raw
Class
148.8
Weight
147
Squat
396.8
-413.4
424.4
424.4
Bench
226
-248
-253.5
226
Deadlift
573.2
595.2
-622.8
595.2
GLP
87.58
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: August 17, 2023
This was Nabil Lahlou’s 19th sanctioned powerlifting appearance, and also his best. It also marked his 15th professional victory and another world record. He has already begun preparing for the 2023 WRPF American Pro 2 competition, which will be his next appearance. It will take place on October 27-29, in Manassas, VA, where Nabil will look to further improve his World Record.
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