01.06.2025 | Caracas, Venezuela.
The Desafío Street Lifting 2025, held at Plaza Las Américas Mall, marked a historic step forward for the Streetlifting scene in Latin America. Organized by Gamma Workout and supported by LEVEN and the Venezuelan Weightlifting Federation, the event brought together 21 athletes, over 100 spectators, and a defining moment for Venezuelan Streetlifting: its first international participation.
With rising energy, national records, and standout performances, DSL 2025 wasn’t just a competition—it was a celebration of growth, precision, and pride.
Event Overview
The event kicked off at 10:30 AM and ran smoothly until 7:00 PM, filling the venue with excitement and support from start to finish. A dedicated team of 20 organizers and volunteers made sure that every detail—from judging to logistics—ran with efficiency.
Despite a minor issue launching the FinalRep app, swift action by the FinalRep support team helped resolve it quickly, ensuring a professional and fluid experience.
Compared to 2024, the athlete turnout was higher, and the overall level of performance had clearly risen—showing the strong trajectory of the sport in Venezuela.
Highlights and Athletic Performances
DSL 2025 was packed with powerful moments, from record-setting lifts to
groundbreaking debuts:
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Álvaro Riveros once again stole the show, taking first place in the -80kg category and the overall title for the second consecutive year. He shattered the Venezuelan squat record with a monstrous 190 kg, further cementing his legacy as the country’s most successful Streetlifter to date.
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Sebastián Garcés (-73kg) made regional history by becoming the first international athlete to compete on Venezuelan soil—marking a pivotal milestone in the Latin American Streetlifting scene.
• Gionni González (-66kg) set a new national dip record with an impressive 105 kg, electrifying the crowd and raising the bar for local athletes.
• In the newly opened -105 kg category, Carlos Abiad delivered a series of standout lifts, all setting national records.
Organizational Insights
The DSL 2025 edition showed major progress in terms of professionalism and execution. According to the organizers, FinalRep’s quality standards helped elevate the event to a new level. From logistics to athlete preparation, the results were clearly visible.
Key takeaways:
• Smooth event flow from start to finish.
• Effective venue layout in a central mall location.
• Increased athlete and spectator turnout compared to 2024.
The only noted challenge was a technical issue with the FinalRep app, but with swift support, the event recovered quickly and ran without further interruption.
Community Response & Future Outlook
Spectator reactions were overwhelmingly positive, both in-person and on social media.
One recurring sentiment summed it up best:
„We’ll see you next year as always.“
Looking ahead, Gamma Workout is already planning multiple Underground events for 2025, aiming to keep building the Venezuelan community and attract more international participation.
Conclusion
DSL 2025 marked more than just a competition—it was a turning point for Streetlifting in Latin America. From the first-ever international athlete on Venezuelan ground to national records and an energized crowd, the event embodied everything FinalRep stands for: growth, community, and elite performance.
With stronger execution, rising standards, and a passionate team behind the scenes, Venezuela is proving that it’s not just part of the movement—it’s helping lead it.
We’re proud to have been part of this milestone and can’t wait to see what’s next.
Let’s keep pushing the limits together!
— Your FinalRep Team 🧡
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