Caine Wilkes was a dominant force in U.S. weightlifting, competing in the super heavyweight (+109kg) division for over a decade. Known for his consistency and technical efficiency, he represented Team USA on the world stage, including at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. With multiple national titles and international podium finishes, Wilkes played a key role in the resurgence of American heavyweight lifting. This article explores his weightlifting stats, career highlights, and his lasting impact on the sport.
Performance Summary
Caine Wilkes has competed in 47 meets throughout his career, achieving a best snatch of 186 kg, a best clean & jerk of 230 kg, and a best total of 416 kg (Sinclair: 436.8).
Big Event Appearances
Note: The event counts below include Youth, Junior, and other categories grouped under these umbrella event names.
Event Name
Appearances
Pan American Championships
7
National Championships
6
IWF World Championships
5
Olympic Games
1
IWF World Cup
1
IWF Grand Prix
1
European Championships
1
Overall Statistics
Statistic
Amount / Weight
Total Meets Competed in
47
Best Competition Snatch
186 kg
Best Competition Clean & Jerk
230 kg
Best Competition Total
416 kg
Best Competition Sinclair
436.8
Best Total Ratio
3.629x
Best Snatch Ratio
1.600x
Best Clean & Jerk Ratio
2.029x
Placement Summary
1st Place Finishes
2nd Place Finishes
3rd Place Finishes
Total Top 3 Finishes
41
6
0
47/47
Successful Lift Rates
Overall Success Rate
73.4%
Snatch Success Rate
68.79%
Clean & Jerk Success Rate
78.01%
Per-Attempt Successful Lift Rates
Lift
Attempt 1
Attempt 2
Attempt 3
Total (Successes / Attempts)
Snatch
87.23%
65.96%
53.19%
97 / 141
Clean and Jerk
95.74%
82.98%
55.32%
110 / 141
Recent Meets Overview
Meet Name
Date
Weight - Class
Snatch (kg)
Clean & Jerk (kg)
Total (kg)
Sinclair Total
2024 IWF World Championships
2024-12-15
Open Men's +109kg
168
213
381
400.05
2024 IWF World Cup
2024-04-11
Open Men's +109kg
170
214
384
403.2
2024 European Championships
2024-02-20
Open Men's +109kg
176
214
390
409.5
2023 IWF Grand Prix 2
2023-12-14
Open Men's +109kg
174
213
387
406.35
Carolinas WSO Championships
2023-10-15
Men's Masters (35-39) +109kg
170
200
370
388.5
Performance Graphs
Caine Wilkes leaves behind a strong legacy in U.S. weightlifting, having been a cornerstone of the +109kg division for years. As an Olympian and multiple-time national champion, he showcased strength, dedication, and longevity in the sport. Though retired from competition, his influence continues to inspire the next generation of American lifters.
