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2019 World's Ultimate Strongman

2019 World's Ultimate Strongman

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The 2019 World's Ultimate Strongman took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates between October 24 and 25. The winner of the inaugural World's Ultimate Strongman Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson did not partake this year due to taking a small break from competing. 2019 World's Strongest Man Martins Licis also did not partake due to injury. The competition had four-time World's Strongest Man Žydrūnas Savickas as a referee; 2017 World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall and 2016 Europe's Strongest Man Laurence Shahlaei were commentators of the event.

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This years event was held over two days with first day consisting of only one event; the max deadlift. This event was performed with the Burj Khalifa in the background. The second day and the remainder of the events were performed at the Meydan Racecourse.[2] This is also where the athletes were staying for the competition.

Results of events

Event 1: Max Deadlift

  • Starting Weight: 400 kilograms (880 lb)
  • Notes: Athletes were allowed to skip weight increments.
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Event 2: Truck Pull

  • Weight: 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb)
  • Course Length: 30 metres (98 ft)
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Event 3: Log Lift

  • Weight: 180 kilograms (400 lb) log for repetitions
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Event 4: Carry Medley

  • Weight: 300 kilograms (660 lb) yoke, 180 kilograms (400 lb) shield
  • Course Length: 15 metres (49 ft)
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Event 5: Atlas Stones

  • Weight: 10 stone series ranging from 100–200 kilograms (220–440 lb)
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Final results

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Notes

  1. Prior to the start of the competition, Cheick Sanou's luggage was lost in transit. This meant he completed this event without the use of a deadlift suit.
  2. Terry Hollands withdrew from the competition after this event.
  3. Brian Shaw was first awarded 2 reps. However, the referee awarded him a 3rd rep as the floor had given way when attempting his 3rd repetition.
  4. Cheick Sanou sustained an injury in this event and took no further part in the competition.
  5. Krzysztof Radzikowski sustained an injury in this event and took no further part in the competition.
  6. Mateusz Kieliszkowski injured his right bicep during the Carry Medley, however, he still took part in this event.[1]

References

  1. [1]
    Balf, Celia (25 October 2019). "Mateusz Kieliszkowski Wins World's Ultimate Strongman With A Torn Biceps". BarBend. Archived from the original on 29 October 2019. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
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    Tusing, David (22 October 2019). "2019 World's Ultimate Strongman Venue". Gulf News. Archived from the original on 24 February 2020. Retrieved 24 February 2020.
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    Balf, Celia (24 October 2019). "Rauno Heinla Deadlifts 450kg, Wins World's Ultimate Deadlift Competition". BarBend. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
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    "2019 World's Ultimate Strongman". Strongman Archives. Archived from the original on 17 January 2024.
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