2025 Giants Live World Tour Finals and World Log Lift Challenge Results

[MuscleMecca Crew]

The 2025 Giants Live World Tour Finals and the World Log Lift Challenge took place on October 18, 2025, at The Ovo Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland. The World Log Lift Challenge opened the competition, serving as both a standalone event and the first challenge of the Tour Finals. The Finals featured five strength-based events testing power, speed, endurance, and technique.

Luke Richardson claimed the overall title through consistent high placements, while standout performances in individual events showcased the sport’s top emerging talent.

Final Standings – Overall Tour​

Rank	Athlete	Points
1	Luke Richardson (GBR)	54
2	Ondřej Fojtů (CZE)	52
3	Andrew Flynn (GBR)	49.5
4	Evans Nana (GHA)	45.5
5	Tom Stoltman (GBR)	44
6	Ryan Bennett (GBR)	36
7	Maxime Boudreault (CAN)	34.5
7 (tie)	Gavin Bilton (GBR)	34.5
9	James Jeffers (GBR)	31
10	Callum Crozier (GBR)	27
11	Oleh Pylypiak (UKR)	22
12	Tim Buck (USA)	10.5
13	Mateusz Kieliszkowski (POL)	5.5

Event-by-Event Breakdown​

Event 1: Max Log Lift / World Log Lift Challenge​

The opening event determined both log lift standings and the first Tour points. Some athletes entered only the log competition, while others continued through the full Tour.

Rank	Athlete	Result
1	Jack Osborn (GBR)	222 kg – New British Record
2	Ondřej Fojtů (CZE)	220 kg – Junior World Record
3	Tom Stoltman (GBR)	200 kg
4	Luke Richardson (GBR)	190 kg

Jack Osborn’s lift set a British record, while Ondřej Fojtů’s 220 kg earned him the Junior World Record. Richardson’s 190 kg was solid but not dominant, setting the stage for his consistent run across events.

Event 2: Load and Push​

Athletes loaded a 120 kg anvil, 100 kg tire, and 140 kg sack into a wheelbarrow, then pushed it to the finish line.

Rank	Athlete	Time
1	Luke Richardson	49.52 s
2	Andrew Flynn	49.58 s
3	Evans Nana	51.21 s

Richardson narrowly beat Flynn by just 0.06 seconds. His balance of power and agility gave him his only event win and helped secure his overall title.

Event 3: Carry and Drag​

This event featured a 259 kg carry followed by a 350 kg chain drag over 30 meters total.

Rank	Athlete	Time
1	Evans Nana	28.35 s
2	Luke Richardson	29.85 s
3	Andrew Flynn	31.51 s

Nana’s explosive pace earned him a win, while Richardson maintained second to protect his points lead.

Event 4: Wrecking Ball Hold​

Competitors held a 270 kg suspended wrecking ball as long as possible.

Rank	Athlete	Hold Time
1	Andrew Flynn	91.75 s
2	Ondřej Fojtů	91.37 s
3	Evans Nana	79.81 s

Flynn’s endurance and grip strength gave him the win by just 0.38 seconds. Richardson’s 73.45 seconds placed him fifth, keeping him in contention.

Event 5: Castle Stones​

The classic strongman finisher involved loading five stones from 120 kg to 200 kg onto platforms in the fastest time.

Rank	Athlete	Time
1	Tom Stoltman	23.52 s
2	Ondřej Fojtů	29.16 s
3	Gavin Bilton	29.98 s
4	Luke Richardson	31.03 s

Stoltman reaffirmed his dominance with unmatched technique, while Richardson’s steady fourth-place finish locked in his overall victory.

Winner Profile – Luke Richardson​

Luke Richardson’s championship run came from precision and consistency, not event domination. He won the Load and Push but placed high across all events, never dropping far enough to lose critical points.

Strengths:

• Balanced across static and moving events
• Exceptional conditioning and control
• Reliable under pressure

Richardson’s comeback season after a biceps injury highlighted his mental resilience and all-around strength.

Notable Breakthroughs and Records​

• Jack Osborn’s 222 kg set a new British Log Lift Record.
• Ondřej Fojtů’s 220 kg marked a new Junior World Record.
• Evans Nana solidified his place among top-tier athletes with wins in dynamic events.
• The Finals showcased tight scoring, with only 2 points separating first and second.

Event Flow Summary​

Event 1 tested pressing power, Event 2 speed and coordination, Event 3 grip and drag power, Event 4 endurance, and Event 5 loading technique. Richardson’s adaptability across all five earned him the overall championship title.

Final Thoughts​

The 2025 Giants Live World Tour Finals proved that modern strongman success relies on well-rounded athleticism rather than dominance in one lift. Luke Richardson’s disciplined, balanced approach secured him victory over specialists in individual events. Record-setting performances by Jack Osborn and Ondřej Fojtů highlighted the depth of new talent rising in the sport, promising an even more competitive 2026 seaso