Bench Press

competition

sport information

The bench press competition follows generally accepted international lifting standards, but the event is non-sanctioned, meaning it is not officially governed or affiliated with established powerlifting federations. 

Competition takes place between lifters in categories defined by gender, bodyweight and age. 

Each competitor is allowed three attempts, with the highest successful lift counting as their official result. No fourth attempts are permitted for record purposes. The winner in each category is the lifter who achieves the highest valid lift. 

A weigh-in will be conducted the day prior to the start of the competition, with a late weigh-in conducted the morning of competition. 

Costume & Equipment

Inspection Rules All costume and personal equipment may be inspected at any time before or during weigh-in, and up to 20 minutes prior to the start of the lifter’s flight. 

All required items must be inspected and recorded on an official inspection sheet. Any item that is unclean, torn, or non-compliant will be rejected. 

If a lifter appears on the platform wearing any item not listed on the inspection sheet, they may be disqualified. 

Competitors must wear approved non-supportive lifting attire that complies with WPFG technical rules. 

Lifting Suit One-piece, non-supportive singlet or similar approved suit. Must not extend to the knee and must be officially approved.  

T-Shirt Required under the suit for all lifters. Must be cotton or polyester (no stretch or denim), with standard sleeves. No supportive bench shirts allowed. 

Belt Optional. Must be non-stretch (leather/vinyl), worn outside the suit, max 10 cm wide and 13 mm thick. No Velcro or internal support features.  

Briefs/Supporter Standard athletic supporter or briefs only. No leg coverage and no supportive or stretch materials.  

Footwear Lifting shoes, boots, trainers, or similar allowed. No spikes or cleats. Heel height max 5 cm.  

Socks Must be worn. 

Wrist Wraps One per wrist only, max 1 m long and 8 cm wide. Cannot exceed 12 cm total coverage. No combination with wristbands. 

Hats, caps, watches, and jewellery (except wedding rings) are strictly prohibited on the platform. Standard headbands are permitted but must be declared and recorded during inspection. 

Event Entry Deadline: Sunday, 28 February 2027

Event Cost: USD $40

events & divisions

age divisions

WEIGHT DIVISIONS

format

COMPETITION FORMAT

The Bench Press event is a three-round strength competition focused solely on the bench press. Athletes compete within defined weight, age, and gender categories under strict international-style competition standards. 

At weigh-in, competitors declare their opening attempts, which determine the initial lifting order. Each lifter is allowed three attempts, with weights increasing each round under a progressive “rising bar” system. No fourth attempts are permitted for the setting of records. Lifting order is based on declared weight, with lighter attempts performed first.  

Final rankings are based on the highest successful bench press lift. Each lifter’s best valid attempt is recorded as their official result, and competitors are ranked within their respective weight, age, and gender divisions accordingly. 

awards

Medals are awarded to athletes placing first through third in each division.

Awards ceremonies will take place daily following the conclusion of competition, at the venue.

getting there

This venue is NOT serviced by a WPFG Shuttle.

All sports within the Perth Precinct are accessible via public transport using your free WPFG SmartRider.

The Games Hub at Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre – Home of Bench Press.

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rules

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7944 Convoy Court, San Diego, CA 92111 USA

Phone: (858) 571-9919

Email: [email protected]

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