2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games gold medalist Taniela Rainibogi has dedicated his gold medal to the people who have supported him throughout his journey, especially his wife, two children and family back home.
Speaking on fijivillage Play with Alipate Narawa, Rainibogi says he is looking forward to reuniting with his family this weekend.
He also acknowledged his physiotherapist, who worked behind the scenes over the past two months to help him get back into top shape for training.
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Rainibogi says the victory also belongs to the Fiji Weightlifting staff, who played a major role in helping him achieve success.
The Commonwealth Games champion also dedicated the win to everyone back home who supported and prayed for him throughout the competition.
He says the achievement has motivated him to keep working hard as he prepares for more competitions in the future.
Rainibogi won gold in the men's 110kg category with a Commonwealth Games record total of 378kg, lifting 170kg in the snatch and 208kg in the clean and jerk, with both lifts also setting Commonwealth Games records.
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