Linda Franklin delivered a standout performance at the 2026 IPF World Masters Classic Powerlifting Championships on October 15th in Reno, Nevada. Competing in the 76-kilogram weight class of the Master 4 division for lifters aged 70 and older, Linda capped off her dominant appearance on the platform by setting new Masters 4 World Records across all four events: squat, bench press, deadlift, and total.
Linda Franklin’s Full Performance Breakdown
The 70-year-old Linda Franklin weighed in at 71.7 kilograms (158.1 pounds) for the 2026 IPF Masters World Championships. She ended up with a perfect 9-for-9 score on the day, which secured her a handful of World Records.
Squat
Linda Franklin opened her day with complete composure, setting a strong tempo early on. She moved through her attempt selections methodically, starting with a 122.5-kilogram (270.1-pound) squat opener and steadily increasing the load throughout the remaining attempts. She added 10 kilograms (22 pounds) for her second lift but clearly had more left in the tank for the final squat of the day.
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