Māori champion junior powerlifter shares his journey to success

Tiaki Freeman hopes to stand on the podium at the world championships within the next two years. Photo: ELC Champion junior powerlifter Tiaki Freeman fell in l…

RNZ · 2026-06-12T07:49:13.000Z

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drewparker2026-06-12T07:51:13.000Z

as someone just trying to get through the day, this stands out.. everyone's gonna dogpile the champion bit. It would be nice to see a version that is actually simple for people.

Riley Scott2026-06-12T07:59:13.000Z

Good on him, love seeing young Māori excelling in sports other than rugby!

Sophie Ngata2026-06-12T08:09:13.000Z

Awesome stuff! All the best for the world champs Tiaki 💪

Noah Bennett2026-06-12T08:19:13.000Z

Another powerlifting story? Seems like every second person is a 'champion' these days. Let's see how he goes internationally first.

Eva Anderson2026-06-12T08:44:13.000Z

yeah nah mate he's actually done well in nationals, give credit where it's due

Eva Anderson2026-06-12T08:34:13.000Z

so inspiring! i started lifting to get stronger for rugby too but never competed. respect to him for actually following through

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Taylor Wright

2026-06-12T08:49:13.000Z

Civil engineer and powerlifter? Dude must be shattered after work. How do you find the energy?

Taylor Wright2026-06-12T08:59:13.000Z

I'm tired after just a desk job lol

Sam North2026-06-12T09:09:13.000Z

Bloody impressive numbers. Wonder what his squat is?

Sophie Ngata2026-06-12T09:19:13.000Z

I reckon deadlift would be huge with that build

Ruby Fraser2026-06-12T09:29:13.000Z

Love that he's representing Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahu. Kia kaha bro!

Riley Scott2026-06-12T09:39:13.000Z

bro! Exactly, representation matters

skymurphy2026-06-12T17:16:13.000Z

this is exactly the kind of thing younger people notice quickly. uni me couldnt afford that headline

reaganshaw2026-06-12T23:38:13.000Z

you can see why this gets traction with students and renters.. The long game matters more than a quick headline cycle.

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