2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic Final Results

The 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic, held on July 13th at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London, witnessed a spectacular display of strength and endurance from 12 of the world's top strongmen. Mitchell Hooper emerged victorious, showcasing his dominance by winning three out of the five challenging events. This article delves into the details of each event, the performances of the competitors, and the final standings.

Event One: Max Axle Press​

Overview​

The Max Axle Press required athletes to clean and press as much weight as possible on an axle barbell, aiming to set a one-rep max. The event saw a fierce competition, with many athletes attempting to break the World Record.

Results​

Mitchell Hooper set a new World Record with an astonishing lift of 218 kilograms (480.6 pounds), establishing his supremacy early in the competition. Tom Stoltman and Pavlo Kordiyaka both lifted 195 kilograms (429.9 pounds), tying for second place.

Event Two: Axle Deadlift​

Overview​

The second event was an Axle Deadlift for maximum repetitions at a weight of 360 kilograms (793.7 pounds). The stiffness of the axle barbell added a layer of difficulty.

Results​

Mitchell Hooper continued his dominance with eight repetitions, followed by Mathew Ragg with seven reps. Tom Stoltman secured third place with six reps.

Event Three: Conan’s Wheel​

Overview​

Inspired by Conan the Barbarian, the athletes had to carry a 200-kilogram (440.9-pound) metal beam for the longest distance possible around a central pivot.

Results​

Pavlo Kordiyaka excelled with a distance of 1,035 degrees. Mitchell Hooper finished second with 836 degrees, closely followed by Tom Stoltman with 826 degrees.

Event Four: Wrecking Ball Hold​

Overview​

This event tested grip strength, with athletes required to hold a 275-kilogram (606.3-pound) wrecking ball for as long as possible.

Results​

Mitchell Hooper held the wrecking ball for an impressive 118.72 seconds, followed by Oleksii Novikov with 104.14 seconds, and Eddie Williams with 101.48 seconds.

Event Five: Castle Stones​

Overview​

The final event, Castle Stones, involved lifting and loading massive boulders ranging from 120 kilograms (264.5 pounds) to 200 kilograms (440.9 pounds) in the shortest time possible.

Results​

Tom Stoltman, the King of Stones, won this event by completing all five stones in just 20.81 seconds. Kane Francis and Mathew Ragg followed in second and third place respectively.

Final Standings​

Summary​

Mitchell Hooper clinched the title with a total of 49 points, followed by Tom Stoltman with 47 points, and Pavlo Kordiyaka with 38.5 points.

Conclusion​

Mitchell Hooper’s victory at the 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic underscores his exceptional strength and strategic prowess. His ability to secure top positions across diverse events highlights his versatility and dedication. This competition not only added another title to Hooper’s impressive resume but also reinforced his status as one of the strongest men in the world.