The World's Strongest Man competition is a highly anticipated event in the world of strongman, and there are always many impressive competitors vying for the title. Here are some of the top strongmen to keep an eye on at the World's Strongest Man 2023:
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Brian Shaw: A four-time World's Strongest Man champion (in 2011, 2013, 2015, and 2016), Shaw is a veteran of the sport and a fan favorite. He's known for his immense size and strength, as well as his consistent performances across a wide range of events.
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Tom Stoltman: The current World's Strongest Man champion, and younger brother of fellow strongman Luke Stoltman, Tom Stoltman is quickly making a name for himself in the sport. He's particularly strong in events like the Atlas Stones and the Deadlift, and his size and strength make him a formidable contender.
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Martins Licis: Known for his dynamic personality and impressive athleticism. He's particularly strong in events like the Log Press and the Farmers Walk, and his strongman career has been marked by steady improvement and consistency. Martins is also known for his dynamic personality and showmanship, which have helped him build a large following among strongman fans.
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Mark Felix : The oldest ever competitor, making him one of the most experienced and accomplished competitors in the history of the sport. A consistent performer in the World's Strongest Man competition, 18 years running. Felix is known for his incredible strength, particularly in events like the Deadlift and the Farmer's Walk, and his longevity in the sport having continued to compete at a high level well into his 50s.
- Mitchell Hooper: A relative newcomer to World's Strongest Man, made his debut in the 2022 competition. Hooper had an impressive showing taking 1st in his heat and displaying world class performances in the Loading Race, deadlift Ladder and Car Walk, then a joint 1st place in the Log Lift. He is also known for having deadlifted the 3rd heaviest weight in strongman history of 475kg/1,047lb.
These are just a few of the top strongmen to keep an eye on at the World's Strongest Man competition this year. With so many talented and impressive competitors, it's sure to be an exciting and intense competition.