Sarah Robles is one of the most dominant super heavyweight weightlifters in U.S. history, known for her incredible strength and longevity in the sport. Competing in the +87kg category, she has represented Team USA across multiple Olympic Games, earning two Olympic bronze medals and securing her place among the world’s best. With a career spanning over a decade, Robles continues to set records and inspire the next generation of American weightlifters. This article breaks down her weightlifting stats, career highlights, and impact on the sport.
Performance Summary
Sarah Robles has competed in 38 meets throughout his career, achieving a best snatch of 128 kg, a best clean & jerk of 162 kg, and a best total of 290 kg (Sinclair: 304.5).
Big Event Appearances
Note: The event counts below include Youth, Junior, and other categories grouped under these umbrella event names.
Event Name
Appearances
National Championships
8
IWF World Championships
7
Pan American Championships
6
Olympic Games
2
IWF Grand Prix
2
Overall Statistics
Statistic
Amount / Weight
Total Meets Competed in
38
Best Competition Snatch
128 kg
Best Competition Clean & Jerk
162 kg
Best Competition Total
290 kg
Best Competition Sinclair
304.5
Best Total Ratio
2.153x
Best Snatch Ratio
0.940x
Best Clean & Jerk Ratio
1.214x
Placement Summary
1st Place Finishes
2nd Place Finishes
3rd Place Finishes
Total Top 3 Finishes
32
5
0
37/38
Successful Lift Rates
Overall Success Rate
78.07%
Snatch Success Rate
78.07%
Clean & Jerk Success Rate
78.07%
Per-Attempt Successful Lift Rates
Lift
Attempt 1
Attempt 2
Attempt 3
Total (Successes / Attempts)
Snatch
89.47%
86.84%
57.89%
89 / 114
Clean and Jerk
89.47%
81.58%
63.16%
89 / 114
Recent Meets Overview
Meet Name
Date
Weight - Class
Snatch (kg)
Clean & Jerk (kg)
Total (kg)
Sinclair Total
2023 IWF Grand Prix 2
2023-12-14
Open Women's +87kg
124
0
0
0
2023 IWF World Championships
2023-09-16
Open Women's +87kg
117
150
267
280.35
2023 Grand Prix 1
2023-06-18
Open Women's +87kg
126
150
276
289.8
2023 Pan American Championships
2023-04-01
Open Women's +87kg
120
151
271
284.55
2022 IWF World Championships
2022-12-15
Open Women's +87kg
127
155
282
296.1
Performance Graphs
Sarah Robles has cemented her legacy as one of the greatest U.S. weightlifters, consistently proving her strength on the biggest stages. As a two-time Olympic medalist and international powerhouse in the +87kg division, she remains a key figure in American weightlifting. Her dedication and achievements continue to inspire athletes worldwide, leaving an enduring mark on the sport.
