Carlos Petterson Grifith eclipsed the previous world record by half a kilogram.

Last updated on June 28th, 2024

The 2024 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) Classic World Championships ended on June 23 and will be remembered for its many shattered world records. Among them is Carlos Petterson Grifith’s new IPF world record raw squat of 337.5 kilograms en route to a fifth-place overall finish.

Lifting in the 93KG class, Petterson Grifith of Guyana chipped the previous IPF world record raw squat of 337 kilograms, scored by Gavin Adin at the 2024 Sheffield Powerlifting Championships. Check out Petterson Grifith’s world record lift below, courtesy of the IPF’s Instagram page:

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Petterson Grifith displayed a powerful walkout with world record weight on his shoulders for his third squat attempt. With knee sleeves, a lifting belt, and wrist wraps on, Petterson Grifith’s chalked hands steadied the barbell during his descent to a sufficient depth before bouncing into a labored ascent.

Two-thirds of the way to lockout, Petterson Grifith’s torso slightly shifted forward, but the lift never seemed in question. Petterson Grifith’s overall performance comprised going seven for nine in attempts. Below is his full performance:

2024 IPF Classic World Championships Results — Carlos Petterson Grifith, 93KG

• Squat
  • 305 kilograms
  • 325 kilograms
  • 337.5 kilograms — IPF Raw World Record
• Bench Press
  • 165 kilograms
  • 172.5 kilograms
  • 177.5 kilograms
• Deadlift
  • 345 kilograms
  • 370 kilograms
  • 370 kilograms
• Total — 860 kilograms

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Featured image: @theipf on Instagram