Tucker sets three South American records

(Kaieteur News) – Guyana made an impressive start to the 2026 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Masters Championships in Reno, Nevada, USA, with 74-year-old debutant Frank Tucker setting three South American records and claiming four medals.

Competing in the 93kg Masters 4 (M4) division, Tucker delivered a sound performance on day one, successfully completing all nine of his attempts to collect three silver medals and one bronze.

Tucker’s record-breaking performance came in the squat, deadlift and total categories, highlighting an outstanding international debut. He is also scheduled to compete in the equipped segment of the championships next week.