\t\t\tFrom childhood rugby dreams to powerlifting, Jordan Fine earns South African colours and a place on the world stage.<\/p>\n
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Johannesburg, South Africa (19 April 2026) \u2013 A journey that started with rugby dreams in the backyard has now turned into a world championship call-up for South African powerlifter Jordan Fine, who will represent the country at the World Bench Press Championships in Poland this May.<\/p>\n
But long before the international selection, sport was already a big part of his life. Jordan grew up obsessed with rugby, dreaming first of playing hooker for the Sharks before setting his sights on becoming a tighthead prop for the Springboks. That early passion carried through school rugby, where he worked his way through systems including KEPS and the Lions Sentraal setup.<\/p>\n
However, his journey was not without heavy challenges. His mother recalls a difficult Grade 7 year where bullying and personal struggles took a serious toll on him, to the point where the family had to step in urgently for his well-being.<\/p>\n
The shift came when Jordan discovered powerlifting. A sport that quickly became more than just training. It became a purpose and a way to rebuild confidence.<\/p>\n
He described how the sport reshaped his life.<\/p>\n
\u201cI found strength where I least expected it: under a barbell.\u201d<\/p>\n
Training out of Barbell Bullies under Henk and Laura De Wet, Jordan credits his support system.<\/p>\n
With a 152.5kg bench press, he earned SA colours and qualification for multiple international events, ultimately selecting Poland while balancing matric responsibilities.<\/p>\n
Now, with the world stage ahead of him, his family is rallying behind him once again, calling on support through his crowdfunding link to help cover travel and competition costs.<\/p>\n
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