Congratulations to 2018 world weightlifting champion Artyom Okulov 2018-11-06 20:15:00 Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to Artyom Okulov, the 2018 world weightlifting champion in the 89 kg category. The message reads, in part: “Your victory is yet another outstanding achievement in your sports career, a well-deserved award for your determination, efficiency and indomitable will to win. And, of course I would like to express special gratitude to your coaches and mentors, all those who support you and help you achieve success.”