Sexism's Heavy Load: Powerlifter Keyaa Banerji's Unwelcome Viral Fame The online world can be a harsh environment for women who excel in traditionally male dominated sports.
For 21 year old Indian powerlifter Keyaa Kunal Banerji, the aftermath of her impressive 140kg deadlift at the 2026 IPF World Sub Junior and Junior Classic Powerlifting Championships was a stark reminder of this reality.
Banerji's achievement in Sun City, South Africa, was remarkable. Weighing just 45.