Description: Vikas Thakur, born on November 14, 1993, hails from Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India, and is a notable weightlifter. He achieved silver in the men's 85 kg weight class at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Adding to his accolades, he secured a bronze in the 94 kg weight class at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in The Gold Coast. Most recently, he clinched the silver medal in the men's 96 kg event at the 2022 Commonwealth Games held in Birmingham, England.
About: Vikas Thakur, born on November 14, 1993, in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India, stands at 1.72 meters (5 feet 8 inches) and competes in weightlifting. He represents India in international competitions and specializes in weightlifting. Thakur is coached by B.S. Medhwan.
Achievements:
Event Medal Year Weight Category Commonwealth Games Silver medal (2nd) 2022 96 kg Commonwealth Games Bronze medal (3rd) 2018 94 kg Commonwealth Games Silver medal (2nd) 2014 85 kg Commonwealth Championships Bronze medal (3rd) 2021 96 kg Commonwealth Championships Silver medal (2nd) 2019 96 kg Commonwealth Championships Bronze medal (3rd) 2017 94 kg Commonwealth Championships Gold medal (1st) 2015 85 kg Commonwealth Championships Silver medal (2nd) 2013 85 kg
Rank in India: 6
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Country: India
Ratings: 2.0
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