2025 Strongman Champions League Holland Results

[MuscleMecca Crew]

The 2025 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Holland showcased some of the world's most dominant strength athletes in a thrilling multi-event showdown held June 14th in Doetinchem, Netherlands. As the fifth stage of the season, this contest brought elite power, grit, and endurance to the forefront. Rayno Nel once again proved himself the man to beat, capturing his second consecutive SCL victory and reinforcing his reign as one of the top strongmen on the planet.


Here’s a thrilling recap of the June 14, 2025 showdown in Doetinchem—capturing all the raw power, spectacular lifts, and defining moments that made this event unforgettable. Whether you're following Rayno Nel’s unstoppable run or the intense competition among elite strongmen, this highlight reel brings you right into the heart of the action.

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Final Standings – Strongman Champions League Holland 2025​

Rank	Athlete	Country	Points
1	Rayno Nel	South Africa	71
2	Kevin Hazeleger	Netherlands	65
3	Adam Roszkowski	Poland	62
4	Brian Kichton	USA	60.5
5	Patrick Eibel	Germany	59
6	Evans Nana	Ghana	53.5
7	Péter Juhász	Hungary	51.5
8	Max Gelder	Netherlands	46.5
9	Tiano Faapoi	Samoa	41.5
10	Andrea Invernizzi	Italy	28
11	Walid Hammoud	Lebanon	21.5
12	Lucas Rogerio	Brazil	20
13	Kelvin de Ruiter	Netherlands	14
14	Ilya Khazov	Russia	10

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Event 1: Truck Pull – 20,000kg Over 25m​

A brutal opener, the 44,092-lb truck proved a mammoth challenge with only 60 seconds on the clock. Dutchman Kelvin de Ruiter crushed it with a 31.38s finish, narrowly edging Rayno Nel by less than half a second.

Top 3:

• Kelvin de Ruiter — 31.38s
• Rayno Nel — 31.81s
• Kevin Hazeleger — 33.16s

Event 2: Frame Carry – 310kg Over 50m (25m Down and Back)​

This grip-killer was owned by Rayno Nel, who completed the course in a dominant 21.57 seconds—6 seconds ahead of his nearest rival.

Top 3:

• Rayno Nel — 21.57s
• Kevin Hazeleger — 27.25s
• Evans Nana — 30.12s

Event 3: Viking Press – 160kg Max Reps​

Poland’s Adam Roszkowski put on a clinic, locking out 15 reps overhead. A three-way tie for second followed, highlighting how critical every rep was.

Top 3:

• Adam Roszkowski — 15 reps
• Kevin Hazeleger — 14 reps
• Patrick Eibel — 14 reps
• Péter Juhász — 14 reps

Event 4: Loading Race – 120kg, 140kg, 160kg Sacks​

Rayno returned to dominance, blazing through the 3-part carry/load sequence in just 27.11s. Adam Roszkowski wasn’t far behind, continuing his comeback.

Top 3:

• Rayno Nel — 27.11s
• Adam Roszkowski — 28.84s
• Brian Kichton — 31.80s

Event 5: Atlas Stones – 5 Stones, 120–200kg​

Nel’s speed here was staggering. Only two men completed all five stones, but Nel’s 29.65s time blew away Péter Juhász’s 61s.

Top 3:

• Rayno Nel — 5 in 29.65s
• Péter Juhász — 5 in 61.00s
• Brian Kichton — 4 in 22.37s

Event 6: Super Yoke – 420kg Over 25m​

This beastly finisher tested core strength and stability. Evans Nana won convincingly, but Nel smartly coasted—moving only 0.9m—to protect his lead and avoid injury.

Top 3:

• Evans Nana — 24.22s
• Adam Roszkowski — 32.19s
• Kevin Hazeleger — 39.59s

Competition Strategy: Why Nel's Calculated Risk Paid Off​

Rayno Nel didn't need to win every event—he just needed to dominate early and play defense late. After three event wins, including massive margins in the Frame Carry and Atlas Stones, Nel had enough cushion to relax in the final event. This championship IQ, paired with raw strength and speed, is what separates elite competitors from the rest.

Rayno Nel’s 2025 Streak: A Titan Ascends​

Nel has now captured:

• 2025 World’s Strongest Man
• 2025 SCL Italy
• 2025 SCL Holland

That’s seven straight titles in the 2025 season. With his sights set on Strongest Man On Earth in August, he’s a favorite to end the year undefeated.

Key Takeaways for Strength Sport Fans​

• Rayno Nel is operating on another level—technically sound, physically unmatched, and mentally sharp.
• Adam Roszkowski proved himself a consistent podium threat with top-three finishes in multiple events.
• Kevin Hazeleger continues to represent the Netherlands with pride, delivering under pressure.
• Evans Nana showed serious potential, especially with a surprise win in the Super Yoke.

Next Major Stop: 2025 Strongest Man on Earth​

Scheduled for August 2025, this will be the battleground where top competitors—including Nel—clash for the sport’s most grueling title. All eyes are on whether Nel can extend his historic streak.