On December 7-14, European Weightlifting Youth Championship U-15-17 started in Eilat, Israel. Approximately 498 athletes (228 girls and 270 boys) from 37 states participate in the competitions. The members of national team are also amid them.
Firstly, Kanan Rahimov performed in the competitions of boys U-15. He tested his power in 49kg bodyweight category and grabbed the 6th with a total of 168kg (70+98).