Strength has always been admired and respected, and in the world of professional strongman competitions, it is taken to another level. Every year, the strongest men from around the globe come together to test their power, endurance, and determination. As we enter 2023, it’s time to take a look at the top ten strongest men in the world who have demonstrated extraordinary feats of strength and dominated the strongman arena.
Tom Stoltman
Tom Stoltman from Scotland is the reigning World’s Strongest Man of 2022. He has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with, showcasing incredible strength and determination. Stoltman’s exceptional performances in events like the deadlift, atlas stones, and overhead press have solidified his position at the top.
Zydrunas Savickas
Considered one of the greatest strongman competitors of all time, Zydrunas Savickas, hailing from Lithuania, continues to impress even at the age of 47. With multiple World’s Strongest Man titles under his belt, Savickas remains a force to be reckoned with, displaying immense strength in events such as the log press and the farmer’s walk.
Martins Licis
Martins Licis from the United States has been a rising star in the world of strongmen. Known for his charisma and crowd appeal, Licis combines his personality with exceptional strength. He won the World’s Strongest Man title in 2019 and has consistently placed among the top contenders since then.
Oleksii Novikov
Oleksii Novikov from Ukraine burst onto the strongman scene in 2020 by becoming the youngest-ever World’s Strongest Man at the age of 24. Novikov’s athleticism and versatility set him apart from his competitors, allowing him to excel in events such as the yoke carry, stone lifting, and truck pull.
Brian Shaw
Brian Shaw from the United States is a household name in the world of strongmen. Standing at an impressive 6’8″ and weighing over 400 pounds, Shaw is a formidable force. With four World’s Strongest Man titles to his name, he consistently demonstrates exceptional strength, especially in events like the deadlift and the atlas stones.
Eddie Hall
Eddie Hall, also from the United Kingdom, made headlines in 2016 when he became the first man to deadlift 500 kg. Known as “The Beast,” Hall possesses raw power and determination. While he retired from competitive strongman after winning the World’s Strongest Man title in 2017, his legacy and strength continue to inspire.
Mariusz Pudzianowski
Mariusz Pudzianowski from Poland is a legend in the world of strongmen. With five World’s Strongest Man titles to his name, he dominated the sport in the early 2000s. While he has scaled back his competition schedule in recent years, Pudzianowski’s strength and endurance remain unmatched.
Phil Pfister
Phil Pfister from the United States made history in 2006 by becoming the first American to win the World’s Strongest Man title. Pfister’s incredible strength and competitiveness made him a force to be reckoned with during his prime. Though he has retired from the sport, his contributions to Strongman cannot be overlooked.
Maxime Boudreault
Maxime Boudreault from Canada is a rising star in the world of strongmen. With an impressive physique and exceptional strength, he has quickly made a name for himself. Boudreault’s dedication and hard work have paid off, and he continues to climb the ranks of the strongman elite.
Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson
Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, also known as “The Mountain” from his role in Game of Thrones, is an Icelandic strongman. While he retired from professional strongman competitions in 2020, Björnsson’s legacy as one of the strongest men in the world lives on. He is particularly known for his incredible deadlift and overhead pressing abilities.
Conclusion
The world of strongman competitions continues to showcase the extraordinary capabilities of human strength. These top ten strongest men of 2023 have pushed the boundaries of what is physically possible, captivating audiences around the world with their incredible displays of power and determination. Their dedication and hard work serve as an inspiration to aspiring strongmen and to all individuals seeking to achieve greatness in their respective fields.