This week our very own Nial McGuinness, was featured in local news. Fresh off his return from the recent GPC World Championships in Slovakia. Not only was Nial, whom is a double gold medallist, featured in the Connaught Tribune but he also made an appearance on Galway Bay FM.
Nial was a former member of Óglaigh na hÉireann, and began his powerlifting journey back in 2022 under the guidance of his son and GPC Irelands VP, Dave McGuinness.
Beating a previous record Nial secured gold for Ireland in both the Master 6 equipped Bench Press, which bet his previously held record. Then he went on to take another medal in the new Soft Bench (Slingshot) category. Here at Powerlifting News we are committed to sharing not only GPC and other Irish Powerlifting events, but also member achievements. So if you have a story or event that you would like to have shared. Please get in touch with the Newsdesk. Or you can contact us on the following links