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    Rizki Juniansyah

    Rizki Juniansyah

    Awards & Honours

    6

    Awards Won

    1

    Honours

    1

    Rankings

    3

    Records

    Rizki Juniansyah stands as a monumental figure in Indonesian sports history. He is the youngest Olympic champion in the nation's history and the first weightlifter to win an Olympic gold medal for Indonesia. His collection of world records spans youth, junior, and senior levels, demonstrating sustained excellence. His promotion to Second Lieutenant is a rare honor that bridges the gap between athletic achievement and national service. These accomplishments mark him as a once-in-a-generation talent whose impact extends far beyond the weightroom.

    Rizki Juniansyah receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Second Lieutenant Commission

    Indonesian National Armed Forces·2025

    Promoted by President Prabowo Subianto to honor his contributions to the nation.

    Rankings & Lists

    #13

    Most Famous Person from Indonesia

    iFANN Global Fame Rankings·2026

    Records & Feats

    Youngest Indonesian Olympic Champion

    Historic First·2024

    Won gold at Paris 2024 at age 21, becoming the youngest Olympic champion in Indonesian history.

    First Indonesian Weightlifting Gold Medalist

    Historic First·2024

    First Indonesian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in weightlifting.

    Double World Record Breaker

    Chart Record·2025

    Simultaneously broke world records in snatch and clean and jerk at the 2025 SEA Games.

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