Onyekwere-Lyons aims for historic dual-sport feat at Commonwealth Games
Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons, the reigning Commonwealth discus champion, is considering competing in both athletics and weightlifting at the upcoming Commonwealth Games. The African record holder recently transitioned to Olympic weightlifting, motivated by a desire to make history if she secures the necessary approvals and qualifications. She is awaiting Nigeria’s decision on whether she can participate in both sports at the same Games. Onyekwere-Lyons remains focused on defending her discus title while pursuing new challenges in weightlifting.
Match highlights
- Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons is exploring the possibility of competing in both athletics and weightlifting at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
- She is the defending Commonwealth champion in discus and a three-time African champion.
- Her weightlifting journey began with a competitive debut at a sanctioned meet, where she lifted 75kg in the snatch and 106kg in the clean and jerk.
- To qualify for weightlifting at the Games, she must compete in at least two International Weightlifting Federation sanctioned events within the specified ranking period, including one in her intended bodyweight category.
- If approved, Onyekwere-Lyons would make history as the first athlete to represent Nigeria in both disciplines at the same Commonwealth Games.
