The 2024 Wales Strongest Man took place on July 21st in Cardiff, featuring 14 top Strongmen from around the country. The competition was intense, with only two points separating the top four finishers. This close margin highlighted the high caliber of the participants.
Jacob Brooke emerged as the champion, despite winning just one event. His strong performances in the first four events gave him a critical lead. Even with an eighth-place finish in the final event, Brooke held on to his top position.
Brooke’s final event performance was disappointing, but his earlier success kept him ahead. His consistent results in the initial rounds were key to his overall victory. This allowed him to secure the top spot despite the final setback.
Matt Dimond secured the silver medal with a strong showing throughout the competition. Mark Jeanes claimed third place after winning a tiebreaker against Jamie Nelson. This close finish emphasized the tight competition and high stakes of the event.
The 2024 Wales Strongest Man proved to be a gripping contest, with its narrow margins and dramatic performances. The event showcased exceptional strength and skill, underscoring the depth of talent in Strongman sports.
2024 Wales Strongest Man Official Results
- Jacob Brooke — 53 points
- Matt Dimond — 52 points
- Mark Jeanes — 51 points
- Jamie Nelson — 51 points
- William Jones — 45 points
- Llyr Hughes — 45 points
- David Ramplee — 45 points
- Luke Sperduti — 43 points
- Joe Roberts — 40 points
- Luke Weaver — 23 points
- Tom Wellington — 21 points
- Julian Grey — 20 points
- James Francis — 19 points
- Aaron Moon — 14 points
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Event Highlights
Event 1 — Husafell Sack Carry
The first event of the 2024 Wales Strongest Man featured a 125-kilogram (275.6-pound) Husafell Sack, which athletes had to carry for 90 meters. The challenge was to complete this within a 75-second time limit, aiming for the fastest finish.
William Jones dominated the event, crossing the line in 36.64 seconds. His smooth performance set a high bar for the rest of the competitors. Jamie Nelson finished second with a time of 39.14 seconds, falling short by 2.5 seconds.
Jones’s victory highlighted his strength and technique. Nelson’s strong showing in second place hinted at a competitive remainder of the event. The results set the stage for an exciting competition.
- William Jones — 36.64 seconds
- Jamie Nelson — 39.05 seconds
- Llyr Hughes — 40.44 seconds
- Mark Jeanes — 42.83 seconds
- Jacob Brooke — 47.07 seconds
- Matt Dimond — 52.17 seconds
- Joe Roberts — 56.49 seconds
- David Ramplee — 64.02 seconds
- Luke Sperduti — 75 seconds
- Aaron Moon — 78.76 meters
- Luke Weaver — 77.44 meters
- Tom Wellington — 72.5 meters
- Julian Grey — 65.61 meters
- James Francis — 56.4 meters
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Event 2 — Press Medley
In the second event of the 2024 Wales Strongest Man, athletes faced the challenge of overhead pressing five different implements. These implements varied in shape and weight. The objective was to press as many as possible within the shortest time frame.
- First Implement: 90-kg (198.4-lb) Block
- Second Implement: 127-kg (280-lb) Axle
- Third Implement: 140-kg (308.6-lb) Log
- Fourth Implement: 90-kg (198.4-lb) Kettle Bell
- Fifth Implement: 90-kg (198.4-lb) Daddy Dumbbell
No competitor succeeded in pressing all five implements overhead. Several athletes managed to lock out four, but speed was the deciding factor. Matt Dimond won decisively, lifting the Block, Axle, Log, and Kettle Bell in just 45.77 seconds.
The fight for second place was notably close. Three competitors finished within about three seconds of each other. Jacob Brooke claimed second place with a time of 59.85 seconds.
Jamie Nelson edged out David Ramplee for third. The narrow margins emphasized the event’s high level of competition.
- Matt Dimond — 4 in 45.77 seconds
- Jacob Brooke — 4 in 59.85 seconds
- Jamie Nelson — 4 in 61.63 seconds
- David Ramplee — 4 in 63.08 seconds
- William Jones — 2 in 20.7 seconds
- Joe Roberts — 2 in 23.65 seconds
- Mark Jeanes — 2 in 24.83 seconds
- Luke Sperduti — 2 in 25.32 seconds
- Llyr Hughes — 2 in 40.7 seconds
- Aaron Moon — 1 in 14.58 seconds
- Tom Wellington — 1 in 38.87 seconds
- James Francis — 1 in 47.03 seconds
- Luke Weaver — No Lift
- Julian Grey — No Lift
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Event 3 — Car Deadlift Hold
At the halfway mark of the 2024 Wales Strongest Man competition, athletes faced the Car Deadlift Hold. With a weight of 300 kilograms (661.4 pounds), competitors needed to maintain a locked-out position as long as possible. This event primarily tested grip strength.
The contest for first place was fiercely contested. Jacob Brooke and Llyr Hughes both sought maximum points. Brooke emerged victorious, holding the car for 70.71 seconds. Hughes fell just short, dropping the car two seconds earlier and securing second place.
- Jacob Brooke — 70.71 seconds
- Llyr Hughes — 68.1 seconds
- Joe Roberts — 60.07 seconds
- Julian Grey — 56.1 seconds
- Matt Dimond — 47.07 seconds
- James Francis — 41.42 seconds
- Jamie Nelson — 39.86 seconds
- Luke Weaver — 39.22 seconds
- David Ramplee — 38.03 seconds
- Mark Jeanes — 37.89 seconds
- Tom Wellington — 35.96 seconds
- Luke Sperduti — 34.05 seconds
- Aaron Moon — 33.9 seconds
- William Jones — 32.71 seconds
Event 4 — Bag Toss Medley
The final event of the 2024 Wales Strongest Man was the Bag Toss. Athletes had to throw five sandbags over a height of 4 meters. The bags weighed between 20 kilograms (44 pounds) and 28 kilograms (61.7 pounds). The objective was to complete all the tosses in the shortest time.
Most competitors successfully tossed all five sandbags, leading to a tight race for the top spots. Luke Sperduti won the event with a time of 17.34 seconds. He narrowly beat Mark Jeanes, who finished second, just 0.57 seconds behind. David Ramplee claimed third place with a time of 18.56 seconds.
- Luke Sperduti — 5 in 17.34 seconds
- Mark Jeanes — 5 in 17.91 seconds
- David Ramplee — 5 in 18.56 seconds
- Matt Dimond — 5 in 20.98 seconds
- William Jones — 5 in 23.82 seconds
- Jacob Brooke — 5 in 25.85 seconds
- Luke Weaver — 5 in 30.78 seconds
- Jamie Nelson — 5 in 37.6 seconds
- Joe Roberts — 4 in 24.69 seconds
- Julian Grey — 4 in 25.9 seconds
- Tom Wellington — 4 in 33.51 seconds
- James Francis — 3 in 21.22 seconds
- Llyr Hughes — 3 in 31.83 seconds
- Aaron Moon — 2 in 12.54 seconds
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Event 5 — The Stones of Strength
The final event of the 2024 Wales Strongest Man challenged athletes to lift and load five stones onto a 1.37-meter-high platform. The stones ranged in weight from 100 kilograms (220.5 pounds) to 160 kilograms (352.7 pounds). The goal was to complete the task in the shortest time possible.
Mark Jeanes excelled in this event, loading all five stones in just 22.02 seconds. His performance earned him the event win and helped secure a spot on the podium. Despite a disappointing eighth-place finish in this event, Jacob Brooke amassed enough points throughout the competition to claim the overall victory.
- Mark Jeanes — 5 in 22.02 seconds
- Luke Sperduti — 5 in 30.62 seconds
- Llyr Hughes — 5 in 35.65 seconds
- Jamie Nelson — 5 in 36.3 seconds
- William Jones — 5 in 36.55 seconds
- David Ramplee — 5 in 40.36 seconds
- Matt Dimond — 5 in 58.3 seconds
- Jacob Brooke — 4 in 22.09 seconds
- Tom Wellington — 4 in 26.9 seconds
- Joe Roberts — 4 in 33.17 seconds
- Luke Weaver — 4 in 44.12 seconds
- James Francis — 4 in 44.37 seconds
- Julian Grey — 3 in 20.48 seconds
- Aaron Moon — 3 in 21.22 seconds
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Jacob Brooke has competed in various local and national events. However, his performance at the 2024 Wales Strongest Man stands out as his best yet. He improved from a 6th place finish last year to claim the national title. At just 26, he has achieved remarkable success early in his career. This positions him as a strong prospect in the Strongman community.
Overview
Held on July 21st in Cardiff, the 2024 Wales Strongest Man featured 14 elite competitors and showcased intense competition. Jacob Brooke clinched the title despite winning only one event, thanks to consistent performances throughout the earlier rounds. Matt Dimond secured the silver medal, while Mark Jeanes took third after a tiebreaker against Jamie Nelson. The event highlighted the remarkable strength and close competition among the top Strongmen.
Featured Image @2024 Wales Strongest Man – Photo credit: @cerebus_strength, @jacobbrooke (Instagram)
