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Key Points

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Mirabai Chanu is the team captain for India.

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Competition takes place in Ningbo, China, Oct 27‑Nov 8.

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It is a qualifying event for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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She will compete in the women’s 53 kg weight class.

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Over 500 athletes from many countries will attend.

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Summary

The event runs from October 27 to November 8 and will help athletes try to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. 🏅

She will lift in the 53‑kilogram class, a new category for her next Olympic adventure.

More than 500 athletes from around the world will compete, and fans can watch it live online.

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New Words to Learn

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weightlifting
sport where people lift heavy bars up over their heads
captain
person who leads a team
qualifying
trying to earn a spot in a bigger competition
category
a group based on weight size
kilogram
a measure of weight, like a little more than two pounds
Olympic Games
big international sports event held every four years
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