2023 World’s Strongest Man Results and Leaderboard

Editor’s Note: The 2024 World’s Strongest Man is underway. Tune into BarBend’s results page and leaderboard for this year’s results!

Mitchell Hooper is your 2023 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion! The Canadian strongman claimed his first WSM title one year after making his debut at the contest.

The 2023 WSM went down in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, from April 19th through the 23rd. Thirty of the world’s top strongman athletes converged on the Palmetto State for the 45th edition of the competition. 

BarBend Senior Editor Phil Blechman was on the ground in Myrtle Beach for full event coverage and analysis. Below, you’ll find the final leaderboard and results from each of the weekend’s action-packed events.

Final Events

• Reign Shield Carry
• KNAACK Deadlift
• Fingal’s Fingers
• Max Dumbbell
• Bus Pull
• Atlas Stone

2023 WSM Final Leaderboard

No.	Name	Points
1	Mitchell Hooper — Canada	53.5
2	Tom Stoltman — United Kingdom	49
3	Oleksii Novikov — Ukraine	41
4	Trey Mitchell — USA	39.5
5	Evan Singleton — USA	39.5
6	Pavlo Kordiyaka — Ukraine	31.5
7	Brian Shaw — USA	27.5
8	Luke Stoltman — United Kingdom	21.5
9	Mathew Ragg — New Zealand	18.5
10	Jaco Schoonwinkel — South Africa (Withdrawn due to injury)	5.5

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Day Four Results

This is it, the final day of competition to determine the 2023 World’s Strongest Man. Competitors have three more events — Max Dumbbell, a Bus Pull, and the storied Atlas Stones run.

Atlas Stones Results

The final event is the Atlas Stones. Here are the results:

1. Tom Stoltman — 5 reps, 0:33.26
2. Mitchell Hooper — 5 reps, 0:36.96
3. Trey Mitchell — 5 reps, 0:45.72
4. Oleksii Novikov — 4 reps, 0:27.43
5. Evan Singleton — 4 reps, 0:28.16
6. Brian Shaw — 4 reps, 0:35.88
7. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 4 reps, 0:45.86
8. Luke Stoltman  — 4 reps, 0:48.49
9. Mathew Ragg — 4 reps, 0:49.50
10. Jaco Schoonwinkel — Withdrawn

Bus Pull Results

Next up is the Bus Pull, which is exactly what it reads like: Athletes strap into a harness, attached to a large bus, grab a rope, and pull the bus as fast as they can. The bus weighed 51,000 pounds, and athletes had to rush it down a 25-meter course with a 75-second time cap.

1. Mitchell Hooper — 0:30.24
2. Tom Stoltman — 0:32.27
3. Evan Singleton — 0:32.27
4. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 032.46
5. Trey Mitchell — 0:32.49
6. Brian Shaw — 0:32.65
7. Luke Stoltman  — 0:32.83
8. Oleksii Novikov — 0:33.35
9. Mathew Ragg — 0:36.29
10. Jaco Schoonwinkel — Withdrawn

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Bus Pull Results

Max Dumbbell Results

This event consists of a single-arm overhead dumbbell press with a large, oversized dumbbell. The athletes press in rounds, with the dumbbell getting progressively heavier. 

The weight progressions are as follows: 115 kilograms (253 pounds), 125 kilograms (275 pounds), 132.5 kilograms (291 pounds), 140 kilograms (308 pounds), 145 kilograms (319 pounds), 151 kilograms (333 pounds — a World Record weight), and 155 kilograms (342 pounds).

Mateusz Kieliszkowski, who was eliminated in the Group stage, holds the current max dumbbell World Record, pressing 150 kilograms (330.7 pounds) in 2018. Interestingly, Oleksii Novikov put up 153.2 kilograms (338 pounds) in 2021. Because it was performed in training rather than in competition, Novikov’s lift is an unofficial record.

Jaco Schoonwinkel appeared to suffer an injury during his first lift. Details are unconfirmed, but the athlete was taken away from the competition field by medical staff and has officially withdrawn from the competition, according to the WSM website.

In the end, both Hooper and Singleton hit four reps, tying for first in the event. The full results are below:

1. Mitchell Hooper — 4 reps
2. Oleksii Novikov — 3 reps
3. Tom Stoltman — 3 reps
4. Trey Mitchell — 2 reps
5. Evan Singleton — 4 reps
6. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 3 reps
7. Brian Shaw —2 reps
8. Luke Stoltman — 3 reps
9. Mathew Ragg — 2 reps
10. Jaco Schoonwinkel — Withdrawn 

[Related: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Max Dumbbell Results]

Day Three Results

After a two-hour weather delay, the first day of the Final is underway. The Shield Carry has been bumped up to the first event over Fingal’s Fingers. Keep your eye on WSM’s Instagram for updates.

[Related: Day Three of 2023 World’s Strongest Man Delayed Due to Inclement Weather]

After a full day of competition, a few things have become clear: The likelihood of Brian Shaw, a four-time WSM winner, earning a fifth title is statistically very, very slim. And the penalty given to Kordiyaka, which resulted in him dropping from first place to sixth, may very well cost the Ukrainian a podium finish (assuming he continues his strong performance). 

Reign Shield Carry Results

Athletes must pick the shield up from the ground, hoist it to their chests and then walk with it for maximum distance. The shield weighs 196 kilograms (432 pounds). 

Notably, Pavlo Kordiyaka stepped out of bounds during a wide turn and was given a penalty, resulting in a 19.8-meter reduction off of his original score. The penalty cost the Ukrainian first place. 

Also, Canadian strongman Mitchell Hooper was seen racing alongside Tom Stoltman during his run to pinpoint exactly how much farther he’d have to go to beat the two-time WSM winner. His strategy worked, with Hooper out-distancing Tom by just over a meter.

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Reign Shield Carry Results

Heat 1

1. Brian Shaw — 39.1 meters
2. Mathew Ragg — 37.65 meters

Heat 2

1. Evan Singleton — 48.3 meters
2. Luke Stoltman — 44.62 meters

Heat 3

1. Mitchell Hooper — 64.8 meters
2. Tom Stoltman — 63.15 meters

Heat 4

1. Trey Mitchell — 50.83 meters
2. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 46.59 meters (includes 19.8-meter penalty for straying off-course)

Heat 5

1. Oleksii Novikov — 55.87 meters
2. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 15.92 meters

KNAACK Deadlift Results

Athletes have 60 seconds to deadlift 355 kilograms (782 pounds) for as many reps as possible. This event is currently underway. 

1. Mitchell Hooper — 8 reps
2. Oleksii Novikov — 7 reps (t-2nd)
3. Trey Mitchell — 7 reps (t-2nd)
4. Brian Shaw — 7 reps (t-2nd)
5. Mathew Ragg — 7 reps (t-2nd)
6. Tom Stoltman — 6 reps
7. Evan Singleton — 5 reps (t-4th)
8. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 5 reps (t-4th)
9. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 4 reps
10. Luke Stoltman — 3 reps

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man KNAACK Deadlift Results

Fingal’s Fingers

In this historic strongman event, athletes had 60 seconds to flip a series of five “fingers” — completing as many as possible as quickly as possible. The weights, in order, were: 145 kilograms (320 pounds); 154 kilograms (340 pounds); 159 kilograms (350 pounds); 163 kilograms (360 pounds); 172 kilograms (380 pounds)

1. Tom Stoltman — 5 reps, 0:39.36
2. Oleksii Novikov — 5 reps, 0:42.26
3. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 5 reps, 0:48.69
4. Evan Singleton — 5 reps, 0:45.89
5. Trey Mitchell — 5 reps, 0:48.46
6. Mitchell Hooper — 5 reps, 0:49.89
7. Brian Shaw — 4 reps, 0:26.61
8. Luke Stoltman — 4 reps, 0:32.54
9. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 4 reps, 0:40.76
10. Mathew Ragg — 4 reps, 0:35.03

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Fingal’s Fingers Results

Group Stage Event Results

• Loading Race
• Deadlift Machine
• Log Ladder
• Conan’s Wheel
• Kettlebell Toss
• Stone Off

Day Two Results

After an exciting first day of lifting for the world’s best hoisters, competitors have three more events to either solidify their position in the finals or rapidly climb the leaderboard. The Conan’s Wheel, Kettlebell Toss, and iconic Stone Off are on the docket today. Only 10 athletes can move on to the Finals, taking place from April 22-23. Here we go.

Conan’s Wheel Results

Inspired by the 1982 movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Conan the Barbarian, the Conan’s Wheel (also called The Wheel of Pain), is a monotonous test of strength and endurance. Athletes hold a fixed log-shaped implement in their arms and walk in a circle for max distance. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This year, competitors must carry a 199.5-kilogram (440-pound). You’ll notice that the results are measured in reps, which are meant to indicate degrees. One complete lap equals 360 degrees.

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Conan Wheel Results

Group 1

1. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 749 degrees
2. Pa O’Dwyer — 722 degrees
3. Bobby Thompson — 649 degrees
4. Konstantine Janashia — 633 degrees
5. Eddie Williams — 614 degrees
6. Tom Stoltman — 598 degrees

Group 2

1. Oleksii Novikov — 897 degrees
2. Gavin Bilton — 557 degrees
3. Luke Stoltman — 545 degrees
4. Kristjan Jon Haraldsson 524 degrees
5. Fadi El Masri — 70 degrees
6. Thomas Evans — 69 degrees

Group 3

1. Mitchell Hooper — 636 degrees
2. Mathew Ragg — 628 degrees
3. Aivars Šmaukstelis —575 degrees
4. Mateusz Kieliszkowski — 538 degrees
5. Spenser Remick — 470 degrees
6. Graham Hicks — 425 degrees

Group 4

1. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 713 degrees
2. Kevin Faires — 636 degrees
3. Gabriel Rhéaume — 476 degrees
4. Rauno Heinla — 572 degrees
5. Brian Shaw — 411 degrees
6. Adam Bishop — 292 degrees

Group 5

1. Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted — 629 degrees
2. Evan Singleton — 589 degrees
3. Trey Mitchell  — 523 degrees
4. Paul Smith — 518 degrees
5. Mark Felix — 470 degrees
6. Jean-Stephen Corabeouf — 143 degrees

Kettlebell Toss Results

What goes up must come down, and in this event, seven progressively heavier kettlebells are being launched over a 15-foot bar. The athletes have 60 seconds to complete the event. The weights are:

• Kettlebell 1: 45lbs    
• Kettlebell 2: 48lbs    
• Kettlebell 3: 50lbs    
• Kettlebell 4: 50lbs    
• Kettlebell 5: 53lbs    
• Kettlebell 6: 58lbs    
• Kettlebell 7: 68lbs    

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Kettlebell Toss Results

Group 1

1. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 6 reps, 0:18.09
2. Konstantine Janashia — 6 reps, 0:19.93
3. Tom Stoltman — 6 reps, 0:21.99
4. Pa O’Dwyer — 6 reps, 0:31.71
5. Bobby Thompson — 6 reps, 0:35.67
6. Eddie Williams — 6 reps, 0:36.4

Group 2

1. Gavin Bilton — 6 reps, 0:19.9
2. Luke Stoltman — 6 reps, 0:49.35
3. Kristjan Jon Haraldsson — 5 reps, 0:15.57
4. Thomas Evans — 5 reps, 0:28.68
5. Fadi El Masri — 4 reps, 0:20.61
6. Oleksii Novikov — 1 rep, 0:9.56
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Group 3

1. Mateusz Kieliszkowski — 7 reps, 0:32.44
2. Mitchell Hooper — 6 reps, 0:17.18
3. Mathew Ragg — 6 reps, 0:21.96
4. Aivars Šmaukstelis — 6 reps, 0:25.41
5. Spenser Remick — 5 reps, 0:24.31
6. Graham Hicks — 4 reps, 0:20.51

Group 4

1. Brian Shaw — 7 reps, 0:48.45
2. Adam Bishop — 6 reps, 0:32.29
3. Kevin Faires — 5 reps, 0:34.09
4. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 6 reps, 0:47.32
5. Rauno Heinla — 5 reps, 0:44.31
6. Gabriel Rhéaume — 3 reps, 0:14.0

Group 5

1. Trey Mitchell — 7 reps, 0:34.42
2. Evan Singleton — 6 reps, 0:28.81
3. Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted — 6 reps, 0:27.66
4. Mark Felix — 4 reps, 0:42.66
5. Jean-Stephen Corabeouf — 2 reps, 0:23.65
6. Paul Smith — 1 rep, 0:28.62

Stone Off Results

The Stone Off has become an iconic event at the WSM. After the Group stage, the athletes in second and third place go head to head, hoisting increasingly heavy stones over a bar until they get to the last stone and lift it to failure. The first athlete to fail a rep loses, and it’s the athlete in second place who gets the advantage of lifting first. The Stone-Off groups are:

Winners are listed in bold.

• Tom Stoltman def. Bobby Thompson
• Luke Stoltman def. Gavin Bilton
• Mathew Ragg  def. Aivars Smaukstelis 
• Brian Shaw def. Rauno Heinla
• Evan Singleton def. Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Event Stone-Off Results

Day One Results

The first day of the competition kicks off on Wednesday, April 19th. Competitors can expect a high of 79 degrees Fahrenheit and clear skies. The entire day is scheduled to run from 8 a.m. to about 5 p.m. local time (EST). We’ll update this page after each event.

As of the morning of April 19th, Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou was no longer on the WSM’s Group Stage leaderboard, replaced by Kristjan Jon Haraldsson, the 2022 Iceland’s Strongest Man winner. World’s Strongest Man has yet to address this change publicly. 

READ: World’s Strongest Man Day One Results — Mitchell Hooper Hat Tricks

Loading Race Results

What would WSM be without a loading race early on? In the past, competitors have carried anchors, monster truck parts, and kegs. For 2023, athletes had to lift the following implements onto a platform as fast as possible within the 90-second time cap:

• a 265-pound sandbag Husafell for six meters,
• a 265-pound heavy sandbag for four meters,
• a 275-pound anvil,
• and two log bundles weighing 234 pounds and 253 pounds.

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Event One Loading Race Results

Group 1

1. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 5 in 0:41.38
2. Tom Stoltman — 5 in 0:43.84
3. Bobby Thompson — 5 in 0:56.56
4. Konstantine Janashia — 5 in 1:01.10
5. Eddie Williams — 5 in 1:06.44

Group 2

1. Oleksii Novikov — 5 in 0:52.15
2. Kristjan Jon Haraldsson — 5 in 0:54.58
3. Thomas Evans — 5 in 0:57.40
4. Luke Stoltman — 5 in 1:02.78
5. Gavin Bilton — 5 in 1:03.01
6. Fadi El Masri — 4 in 0:49.57

Group 3

1. Mitchell Hooper — 5 in 0:42.05
2. Aivars Šmaukstelis — 5 in 0:52.71
3. Mathew Ragg — 5 in 0:58.72
4. Spenser Remick — 5 in 1:07.15
5. Mateusz Kieliszkowski —  5 in 1:07.53
6. Graham Hicks — 4 in 0:53.40

Group 4 

1. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 5 in 0:47.10
2. Rauno Heinla — 5 in 0:51.41
3. Brian Shaw — 5 in 0:53.70
4. Adam Bishop — 4 in 0:43.12
5. Gabriel Rhéaume — 4 in 0:51.03
6. Kevin Faires — 3 in 1:05.30

Group 5 

1. Evan Singleton — 5 in 0:46.90
2. Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted — 5 in 0:56.14
3. Trey Mitchell — 5 in 1:06.64
4. Paul Smith — 4 in 0:44.79
5. Mark Felix — 4 in 0:54.32
6. Jean-Stephen Coraboeuf — 3 in 0:40.63

Deadlift Machine Results

The second event in the competition is a deadlift ladder named the “Deadlift Machine”. It’s similar in structure to a car deadlift, but with barrels that roll into an open platform so the lift gets heavier over time. Competitors have 75 seconds to complete the entire ladder and then an AMRAP. The progression is as follows: 

• Deadlift One — 281 kilograms 
• Deadlift Two — 298 kilograms
• Deadlift Three — 312 kilograms
• Deadlift Four — 329 kilograms
• Deadlift Five — 345 kilograms
• Deadlift Six — 362 kilograms
• Deadlift Seven and Above — 379 kilograms

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Event Two Deadlift Machine Results

Group 1

1. Bobby Thompson — 7 reps
2. Tom Stoltman — 6 reps (t-2nd)
3. Konstantine Janashia — 6 reps (t-2nd)
4. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 5 reps (t-3rd)
5. Pa O’Dwyer — 5 reps (t-3rd)
6. Eddie Williams — 5 reps (t-3rd)

Group 2

1. Oleksii Novikov — 6 reps
2. Thomas Evans — 5 reps (t-2nd)
3. Luke Stoltman — 5 reps (t-2nd)
4. Gavin Bilton —  5 reps (t-2nd)
5. Kristjan Jon Haraldsson — 4 reps (t-3rd)
6. Fadi El Masri — 4 reps (t-3rd)

Group 3

1. Mitchell Hooper — 8 reps
2. Graham Hicks — 7 reps (t-2nd)
3. Mathew Ragg — 7 reps (t-2nd)
4. Aivars Šmaukstelis — 5 reps (t-3rd)
5. Spenser Remick — 5 reps (t-3rd)
6. Mateusz Kieliszkowski — 4 reps

Group 4 

1. Rauno Heinla — 8 reps (t-1st)
2. Brian Shaw — 8 reps (t-1st)
3. Adam Bishop — 7 reps 
4. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 6 reps
5. Gabriel Rhéaume — 5 reps (t-4)
6. Kevin Faires — 5 reps (t-4)

Group 5 

1. Trey Mitchell — 8 reps
2. Evan Singleton — 6 reps (t-2nd)
3. Mark Felix — 6 reps (t-2nd)
4. Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted — 5 reps (t-4th)
5. Jean-Stephan Coraboeuf — 5 reps (t-4th)
6. Paul Smith — 4 reps

Log Ladder Results

Following the deadlift event, athletes have to complete an ascending log press ladder. Each man has 75 seconds to press all five logs as quickly as possible. In order, those weights are:

• Log 1: 124kg/275lbs
• Log 2: 140kg/310lbs
• Log 3: 158kg/350lbs
• Log 4: 170kg/375lbs
• Log 5: 181kg/400lbs

READ: 2023 World’s Strongest Man Event Three Log Ladder Results

Group One

1. Tom Stoltman— 5 in 0:41.56
2. Pavlo Kordiyaka — 5 in 0:46.0
3. Bobby Thompson — 4 in 0:25.83
4. Eddie Williams — 4 in 0:55.89
5. Konstantine Janashia — 4 in 0:68.39
6. Pa O’Dwyer — 3 in )25.8

Group Two

1. Thomas Evans — 5 in 0:38.96
2. Luke Stoltman — 5 in 0:52.76
3. Oleksii Novikov — 4 in 0:32.50
4. Gavin Bilton — 4 in 0:56.84
5. Kristjan Jon Haraldsson — 2 in 0:16.28
6. Fadi El Masri — 2 in 0:17.43

Group Three

1. Mitchell Hooper — 5 in 0:39.51
2. Matthew Ragg — 5 in 0:55.84
3. Graham Hicks — 4 in 0:28.31
4. Aivars Šmaukstelis — 4 in 0:30.44
5. Mateusz Kieliszkowski — 4 in 0:33.24
6. Spenser Remick — 4 in 0:38.79

Group Four

1. Brian Shaw — 4 in 0:33.99
2. Jaco Schoonwinkel — 3 in 0:34.77
3. Rauno Heinla — 3 in 0:21.6
4. Kevin Faires — 3 in 0:28.93
5. Gabriel Rhéaume — 3 in 0:32.96
6. Adam Bishop — 3 in 0:33.25

Group Five

1. Trey Mitchell — 5 in 0:39.44
2. Evan Singleton — 4 in 0:35.48
3. Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted — 4 in 0:39.93
4. Paul Smith — 4 in 0:45.84 seconds
5. Jean-Stephan Coraboeuf — 3 in 0:22.34
6. Mark Felix — 1 in 0:7.58

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2023 WSM Group Stage Leaderboard

Rank	Name	Points
Group 1
1	Pavlo Kordiyaka — Ukraine	25
2	Tom Stoltman — United Kingdom	20.5
3	Bobby Thompson — USA	20
4	Konstantine Janashia — Georgia	17.5
5	Pa O’Dwyer — Ireland	13
6	Eddie Williams — Australia	9
Group 2
1	Oleksii Novikov — Ukraine	23
2	Luke Stoltman — United Kingdom	21
3	Gavin Bilton — United Kingdom	20
4	Thomas Evans — USA	18
5	Kristjan Jon Haraldsson — Iceland	15.5
6	Fadi El Masri — Lebanon	7.5
Group 3
1	Mitchell Hooper — Canada	29
2	Mathew Ragg — New Zealand	22.5
3	Aivars Smaukstelis — Latvia	17.5
4	Mateusz Kieliszowski — Poland	14
5	Graham Hicks — United Kingdom	11.5
6	Spenser Remick — USA	10.5
Group 4
1	Jaco Schoonwinkel — South Africa	24
2	Brian Shaw — USA	23.5
3	Rauno Heinla — Estonia	20.5
4	Adam Bishop — United Kingdom	14
5	Kevin Faires — USA	13.5
6	Gabriel Rhéaume  — Canada	9.5
Group 5
1	Trey Mitchell — USA	26
2	Evan Singleton — USA	24.5
3	Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted — Iceland	22.5
4	Mark Felix — United Kingdom	12.4
5	Paul Smith — United Kingdom	11
6	Jean-Stephen Coraboeuf — France	8.5

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Event Schedule

Below is the entire event schedule for each day of the contest, pulled from the WSM’s website. All the times listed are in Eastern time. 

Qualifying Stage Day One

• Event One: Loading Race — April 19 | 8 a.m., Sand Stage
• Event Two: Deadlift Machine — April 19 | 11:29 a.m., Land Stage
• Event Three: Log Ladder — April 19 | 4:49 p.m., Sand Stage

Qualifying Stage Day Two

• Event Four: Conan’s Wheel — April 20 | 8 a.m., Land Stage
• Event Five: Kettlebell Toss — April 20 | 1:20 p.m., Sand Stage
• Event Six: Stone Off — April 20 | 6:13 p.m., Land Stage

Rest Day — April 21, 2023

Final Day One

Just 10 strongmen will advance to the Final after the Qualifying Round.

• Event One: Fingal’s Fingers — April 22 | 8 a.m., Street Stage
• Event Two: KNAACK Deadlift — April 22 | 10:41 a.m., Sand Stage
• Event Three: Reign Shield Carry — April 22 | 2:18 p.m., Street Stage

Final Day Two

• Event Four: Max Dumbbell — April 23 | 8 a.m., Land Stage
• Event Five: Vehicle Pull — April 23 | 10:10 a.m., Street Stage
• Event Six: Atlas Stones — April 23 | 1:54 p.m., Sand Stage

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2023 WSM Groups

If you’ve never followed the WSM before or are a relative newcomer, here’s how it works. Over two days, all 30 athletes will compete in five events. They’re scored only within their respective group. Each group leader sits out the sixth event — the Stone-Off — and gains a spot in the finals. The athletes in second and third hoist lifting stones head to head over a post until failure.

Whoever wins the Stone-Off also proceeds to the finals. In total, only strongmen from each group advances, leaving 20 athletes behind. Those 10 strongmen get a rest day and then compete in six more events to determine the 2023 WSM champion.

Group 1 

• Konstantine Janashia
• Pavlo Kordiyaka
• Pa O’Dwyer
• Tom Stoltman
• Bobby Thompson
• Eddie Williams

Group 2

• Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou
• Gavin Bilton
• Fadi El Masri
• Thomas Evans 
• Oleksii Novikov
• Luke Stoltman

Group 3

• Mitchell Hooper
• Mateusz Kieliszkowski
• Graham Hicks
• Mathew Ragg
• Spenser Remick
• Aivars Šmaukstelis

Group 4 

• Adam Bishop
• Kevin Faires
• Rauno Heinla
• Gabriel Rhéaume
• Jaco Schoonwinkel 
• Brian Shaw

Group 5 

• Jean-Stephen Coraboeuf
• Eythor Ingolfsson Melsted
• Trey Mitchell 
• Evan Singleton 
• Paul Smith
• Mark Felix

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Athlete Withdrawals

It’s unfortunate, but athlete withdrawals aren’t unusual once the action is underway. We’ll keep a running list of in-contest drop outs below. 

Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou

Details are unknown, but as of the morning of April 19th, Iron Biby was no longer listed on WSM’s Group Leaderboard. We’ll update this entry if and when the reason is made public. 

Sanou was replaced by 24-year-old Kristjan Jon Haraldsson, who won the 2022 Iceland’s Strongest Man contest.

READ MORE: Cheick “Iron Biby” Sanou Withdraws From 202 World’s Strongest Man

Joco Schoonwinkel

During day two of the Final, South African athlete Joco Schoonwinkel withdrew due to injury during the Max Dumbbell Press event. At the time of his withdrawal, the 31-year-old was in last place. 

During his second attempt with a 125-kilogram (276-pound) dumbbell, Schoonwinkel collapsed. He was assisted off the stage by medical personnel. WSM announced his official withdrawal shortly after on Instagram.

READ MORE: Jaco Schoonwinkel Withdraws From 2023 World’s Strongest Man On The Final Day Of Competition

How to Watch the 2023 WSM

As is usual, there is no live stream for the 2023 WSM. The event is made for television and will air on the CBS Sports Network in the U.S. beginning on May 28, 2023. In the UK, the contest will air on Channel 5 in December.

There will also not be a Facebook Live Show, as has been the case during the last three WSM contests. Instead, you can follow the WSM’s social media accounts for athlete interviews, contest information, and behind-the-scenes footage. And, of course, follow along with BarBend as we’ll provide real-time updates.

Check out BarBend‘s article on How to Watch the 2023 World’s Strongest Man.

Every WSM Winner

Since the contest started in 1977, the World’s Strongest Man has crowned the top athlete in strongman. Athletes from all over meet to throw down in immense (and sometimes strange) feats of strength. In total, 23 men have won the 45 total contests (there wasn’t a WSM in 1987). Here is a list of all of those athletes.

• Bruce Wilhelm (1977-1978)
• Don Reinhoudt (1979)
• Bill Kazmaier (1980-1982)
• Geoff Capes (1983, 1985)
• Jón Páll Sigmarsson (1984, 1986, 1988, 1990)
• Jamie Reeves (1989)
• Magnús Ver Magnússon (1991, 1994-1996)
• Ted van der Parre (1992)
• Gary Taylor (1993)
• Jouko Ahola (1997, 1999)
• Magnus Samuelson (1998)
• Janne Virtanen (2000)
• Svend Karlsen (2001)
• Mariusz Pudzianowski (2002, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2008)
• Vasyl Virastyuk (2004)
• Phil Pfister (2006)
• Žydrūnas Savickas (2009, 2010, 2012, 2014)
• Brian Shaw (2011, 2013, 2015, 2016)
• Eddie Hall (2017)
• Hafthór Júlíus Björnsson (2018)
• Martins Licis (2019)
• Oleksii Novikov (2020)
• Tom Stoltman (2021, 2022)

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