2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic Results (London, England)
What is the Giants Live Strongman Classic?
The Giants Live Strongman Classic is a thrilling event where some of the world’s strongest men compete in various challenges to show their incredible strength.
It was held at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London and it featured five demanding events that test the athletes’ power, endurance, and determination. It’s a spectacular display of human strength and resilience, so it’s no wonder that it draws fans from all around the world.
It’s also a qualifier for the World’s Strongest Man competition, so that adds extra excitement.
Read the full report about each day of the Weightlifting at 2024 Olympics prepared by our media team. Don’t miss the opportunity to stay updated and follow this great event in the Olympic weightlifting world with us from the very beginning till the end!
When Did the Giants Live Strongman Classic Take Place?
The 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic took place on July 13th in Royal Albert Hall, London.
Who Participated in the Giants Live Strongman Classic?
The Giants Live Strongman Classic featured 12 of the world’s strongest men, who were invited to participate because of their exceptional strength and they competed across five challenging events.
General Review
The 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic was, in a word, unforgettable. It was an epic showdown of strength and determination. Mitchell Hooper stole the show with his amazing performances, breaking records and securing a well-deserved win.
The crowd at Royal Albert Hall was electrified by the intense competition and incredible feats of strength and the event as a whole set the bar high for future strongman contests.
Let’s get into the events!
Final Stats
Event One — Max Axle Press
- Mitchell Hooper (CAN) dominated this event with a massive 218 kg lifted on the Axle Press! With that, the Canadian strongman set a new World Record! None of the other lifters managed to pass the 200 kg mark.
- Tom Stoltman (GBR) managed to lift 195 kg and ended up in second place. Despite aiming for more, he struggled with the lack of rest time between attempts. Still, his performance was strong.
- Pavlo Kordiyaka (UKR) also lifted 195 kg and shared second place with Stoltman. He wasn’t able to beat Hooper’s incredible performance, but nobody can say that his lift wasn’t powerful.
- 4th place: Evan Singleton (USA) – 185 kg
- 5th place: Matthew Ragg (NZL) – 170 kg
- 6th place: Tristain Hoath (CAN) – 170 kg
- 7th place: Andrew Flynn (IRL) – 170 kg
- 8th place: Kane Francis (GBR) – 170 kg
- 9th place: Oleksii Novikov (UKR) – 170 kg
- 10th place: Pa O’Dwyer (IRL) – 170 kg
- 11th place: Gavin Bilton (WAL) – 170 kg
- 12th place: Eddie Williams (AUS) – No Lift
Event Two — Axle Deadlift
- Mitchell Hooper (CAN) dominated this event as well and knocked out 8 reps of the 360 kg axle deadlift. His incredible strength and endurance were on full display here.
- Matthew Ragg (NZL) finished second with 7 reps. Ragg is known for his deadlift power, so he didn’t disappoint and has managed to stay right on Hooper’s heels.
- Tom Stoltman (GBR) secured third place with 6 reps. His deadlifting has come a long way, and his strong performance kept him in the hunt.
- 4th place: Tristain Hoath (CAN) – 5 reps
- 5th place: Andrew Flynn (IRL) – 4 reps
- 6th place: Kane Francis (GBR) – 4 reps
- 7th place: Oleksii Novikov (UKR) – 4 reps
- 8th place: Pa O’Dwyer (IRL) – 4 reps
- 9th place: Eddie Williams (AUS) – 4 reps
- 10th place: Pavlo Kordiyaka (UKR) – 2 reps
- 11th place: Gavin Bilton (WAL) – 1 rep
- 12th place: Evan Singleton (USA) – Withdrew
Event Three — Conan’s Wheel
- Pavlo Kordiyaka (UKR) nailed this endurance event, spinning the wheel for an impressive 1,035 degrees. He showed off his stamina and technique and has bounced back from earlier challenges.
- Mitchell Hooper (CAN) kept his momentum going and finished second with 836 degrees. His performance kept him in the lead.
- Tom Stoltman (GBR) tied with Tristain Hoath (CAN) – they both completed 826 degrees. Both of them showed endurance and competitive edge.
- 5th place: Matthew Ragg (NZL) – 798 degrees
- 6th place: Andrew Flynn (IRL) – 783 degrees
- 7th place: Pa O’Dwyer (IRL) – 776 degrees
- 8th place: Oleksii Novikov (UKR) – 641 degrees
- 9th place: Kane Francis (GBR) – 559 degrees
- 10th place: Gavin Bilton (WAL) – 347 degrees
- 11th place: Eddie Williams (AUS) – 373 degrees
Event Four — Wrecking Ball Hold
- Another first place for Mitchell Hooper (CAN). His insane grip strength was more than obvious and he held a 275 kg wrecking ball for a whopping 118.72 seconds – no other competitor has come close to this. This win kept him firmly in the lead and it was clear this guy is tough as nails.
- Oleksii Novikov (UKR) held on for 104.14 seconds, his best event of the day. His strength and determination really shone through here.
- Eddie Williams (AUS), the “Singing Strongman”, grabbed the third place with a 101.48-second hold, just 2.66 seconds shorter than Novikov’s.
- 4th place: Andrew Flynn (IRL) – 88.71 seconds
- 5th place: Pavlo Kordiyaka (UKR) – 85.77 seconds
- 6th place: Pa O’Dwyer (IRL) – 85.50 seconds
- 7th place: Kane Francis (GBR) – 74.66 seconds
- 8th place: Tom Stoltman (GBR) – 74.56 seconds
- 9th place: Tristain Hoath (CAN) – 67.00 seconds
- 10th place: Matthew Ragg (NZL) – 67.50 seconds
- 11th place: Gavin Bilton (WAL) – 37.00 seconds
Event Five — Castle Stones
- Tom Stoltman (GBR), the King of Stones, absolutely crushed this event by lifting all 5 stones in just 20.81 seconds. His stone lifting skills are out of this world.
- Kane Francis (GBR) came in seconds and managed to lift all 5 stones in 25.06 seconds. His finish in the final event was impressive, but not enough to keep him near the top as far as overall results go.
- Matthew Ragg (NZL) ended up in third place and lifted all 5 stones in 27.72 seconds. He finished the events on a high note and ended up close to the top in the competition.
- 4th place: Tristain Hoath (CAN) – 5 in 36.24 seconds
- 5th place: Oleksii Novikov (UKR) – 5 in 36.56 seconds
- 6th place: Andrew Flynn (IRL) – 5 in 49.43 seconds
- 7th place: Eddie Williams (AUS) – 4 in 20.88 seconds
- 8th place: Pavlo Kordiyaka (UKR) – 4 in 29.43 seconds
- 9th place: Pa O’Dwyer (IRL) – 4 in 48.28 seconds
- 10th place: Gavin Bilton (WAL) – 3 in 19.84 seconds
- 11th place: Mitchell Hooper (CAN) – 1 in 5.54 seconds
2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic Results
Final Thoughts
So much excitement in just one day! The 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic was an unforgettable display of power and grit.
Mitchell Hooper stole the show with his incredible performances and set a new world record in the Max Axle Press when he lifted 218 kg. His strength and determination across all 5 events proved he’s one of the top strongmen in the world. Hooper more than deserved his victory and he was thrilling to watch.
The King of Stones, Tom Stoltman, impressed everyone during the Castle Stones event, although nobody expected anything less of him; the nickname is here for a reason. The 20.81 seconds he needed to lift all 5 stones was a masterclass.
Pavlo Kordiyaka’s endurance in Conan’s Wheel and Oleksii Novikov’s grip strength in the Wrecking Ball were also standout moments we won’t forget anytime soon.
The competition was full of exciting finishes and jaw-dropping feats of strength. Athletes like Matthew Ragg and Eddie Williams put on consistent and impressive performances and managed to keep the crowd on the edge of their seats.
This year’s event was more than entertaining – it set the stage for the future. The talent we were able to see was incredible, and it’s exciting to think what these athletes will achieve next and what world records they’ll break.
The bar has been set high and we can’t wait to see what legendary moments will follow.
🔻Find Your Best Training: Take Our Quiz!
Are you ready to learn and grow? Take our simple quiz to discover the right training program for you. Let us help you succeed — click below to start the quiz!
Author: Tanya Shaiko
News Editor, Olympic Lifting Enthusiast
Best Results: Snatch – 61 kg,
C&J – 78 kg
I’m Tanya, and I just can’t do without fitness. About six years ago, I got into Olympic weightlifting and instantly fell in love with it. Weightlifting is like no other sport – it’s just you versus the bar. Driven by my unwavering passion for an active lifestyle, I’ve been eager to share my personal journey and sports enthusiasm with others. As a journalist and photographer, my interests come full circle, adding an extra dimension to the news column that I curate. This way, I keep my readers updated with the latest happenings in the sports world.