Watch as this emotional moment one woman’s hard work and dreams pay off in one huge lift.

After years of chasing her dream of qualifying for the World Championships, 27-year-old lifter Zoe Pukekura from Kensington, London, UK found herself needing a massive personal best of 118kg in the clean & jerk to get through to the championships.

With her coach cheering her on and the crowd behind her, Zoe stepped up and made the lift of her life.

The moment was emotional and unforgettable, marking a huge step in her weightlifting journey.

The emotional moment ended with her running into her coach’s arms and giving a huge hug.