Carlos Nasar sets unofficial clean and jerk world record in Plovdiv

Bulgarian weightlifter Carlos Nasar set an unofficial world record in the clean and jerk by lifting 190 kg at the Milen Dobrev Memorial tournament in Plovdiv. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the athlete in the up to 95 kg category. Nasar secured the tournament victory following his successful lift.

Performance details in Plovdiv

The tournament saw Nasar demonstrate significant strength across multiple disciplines. In the snatch discipline, Nasar successfully lifted 210 kg on his first attempt before declining his remaining two attempts. His performance in the clean and jerk reached a peak with the 190 kg lift, which exceeded his previous personal record by 5 kg. His previous clean and jerk record of 185 kg was established earlier in November 2026 at the World Championships in Ningbo, China.

The tournament, which was held in a hall filled to capacity, marked the second time Nasar has participated in the Milen Dobrev Memorial. The event serves as a significant platform for Bulgarian weightlifting talent.

Official recognition and previous records

Despite the magnitude of the lift, the International Weightlifting Federation will not officially recognize the 190 kg clean and jerk as a world record. This decision stems from the fact that the Plovdiv tournament is not included on the International Weightlifting Federation calendar. Official world records require sanctioned competition environments to meet regulatory standards.

Nasar has established himself as a dominant force in international weightlifting through several recent achievements. At the Ningbo World Championships, Nasar won his fourth consecutive world title. During that competition, he set three official world records: 185 kg in the snatch, 230 kg in the clean and jerk, and 415 kg in the total weight.

Upcoming competition schedule

The Bulgarian athlete has a busy schedule of upcoming competitions as he continues his professional career. Nasar is scheduled to compete in two Bundesliga rounds in the near future. Following those events, he will participate in a special Olympic qualifying tournament in Doha in early December 2026. These performances will be critical for his preparation for major international sporting events, including the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

Glossary

• clean and jerk — The clean and jerk is a combination lift in weightlifting. The weight is first taken from the ground to the front of the shoulders and then from the shoulders to over the head.
• snatch — The snatch is a wide-grip lift in which the weighted barbell is lifted overhead in one motion.