Tyrrell to Represent Guyana in World Classic Open Powerlifting Championships in Germany

Guyanese powerlifting sensation Dominic Tyrrell will proudly represent Guyana at the IPF World Open Classic Powerlifting Championships, scheduled for Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Chemnitz, Germany. Competing among the world’s elite powerlifters in the men’s 83kg category, Tyrrell will showcase his strength at 18:30 hrs (German time) in Group A.

Powerlifting is a competitive strength sport centered around three core lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. The International Powerlifting Federation (IPF), the leading global authority on powerlifting, will host this prestigious annual event from June 8–15, 2025. Tyrrell will compete against renowned athletes such as Joseph Borenstein, Ade Omisakin, Jurins Kengamu, and Timothy Monigatti.
According to the IPF’s official nominations, Tyrrell enters the competition ranked 9th out of 42 competitors in his weight class, underscoring his impressive standing in the global powerlifting community.
Dominic Tyrrell boasts an impressive and inspiring track record, both in Guyana and internationally. Currently residing in France, he recently participated in the groundbreaking Squat, Bench, and Deadlift Showdown held in Montpellier, France, on April 5, 2025. There, he secured an outstanding 4th-place finish, using the event as strategic preparation for this year’s championships.
Tyrrell’s international acclaim grew significantly following his stellar performance at the 2024 IPF World Men’s Classic Open Powerlifting Championships in Druskininkai, Lithuania. In his world open debut, Tyrrell clinched an individual bronze medal in the deadlift with a remarkable lift of 342.5 kg (755 lbs). His other lifts included a squat of 265 kg (584 lbs) and a bench press of 167.5 kg (369 lbs), earning him a total of 775 kg (1,709 lbs) and placing him 6th overall. In his open debut last year, Tyrrell faced off against athletes from powerlifting powerhouses like the USA, Canada, Great Britain and wider Europe. Dominic’s excellent performance landed him as a top ranked athlete alongside powerlifting greats such as Kengamu, Russel Orhii and Enahoro Asein.
Tyrrell’s career highlights also include his 2023 debut at the IPF World Junior and Sub-Junior Classic Championships in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Competing in the 74 kg category, he impressively ranked 10th among 20 lifters, achieving a total lift of 667.5 kg (1,472 lbs).
Despite facing several setbacks during his preparation, including illness, injury, and personal loss, Dominic remains optimistic, determined, and deeply grateful. He aims to build upon last year’s success and further solidify his place in the global powerlifting conversation.Reflecting on his journey, Tyrrell shared: “Last year put me into the limelight, placed me in the top ten globally, and brought significant recognition, including being runner-up for Guyana’s Sportsman of the Year. I’m eager to continue building momentum and proudly represent Guyana on the world stage.”
The Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation (GAPLF), along with its affiliates and the broader Guyanese community, wished Dominic the utmost success. Fans and supporters can watch Tyrrell compete via the IPF’s live broadcast on their official YouTube channel.