The 2025 Järhanden Strongman & Strongwoman contests took place in Tidaholm, Sweden, on March 8, 2024. In total, 12 strongmen and six strongwomen represented Sweden in this prestigious event. Both competitions consisted of the same seven events: Max Anvil Lift, Moving Raptor Medley, Saxon Bar Lift, Natural Stone Medley, One-Handed Plate Pinch, Super Dumbbell, and Max Axle Deadlift. Therefore, the athletes faced a broad range of challenges that tested their strength and skills.
In the strongman competition, Alexander Appelqvist Jansson claimed the top spot with 73 points out of a possible 84. Throughout the competition, Jansson’s consistency in various events, such as the Max Anvil Lift and Max Axle Deadlift, propelled him to victory. As a result, his performance earned him the title of Järhanden Strongman, standing as the undisputed winner.
Meanwhile, in the strongwoman division, Sanne Hansen took home the gold with 39 points out of 42. Her excellent performance in the Max Anvil Lift and Super Dumbbell gave her an edge in the competition. Consequently, Hansen’s well-rounded strength and determination allowed her to secure the strongwoman crown in a highly competitive field.
2025 Järhanden Strongman Results
The 2025 Järhanden Strongman competition showcased an intense battle between top athletes. Alexander Appelqvist Jansson dominated with 73 points, securing first place. Alexander Fors Kullenmark followed closely behind, finishing with 64.5 points after consistent performances in multiple events. Daniel Axelsson rounded out the podium, earning 64 points and staying right on Kullenmark’s heels.
Further down the standings, Joel Karlsson delivered a solid effort to claim fourth place with 55 points. Casper Prüssner trailed him by three points, finishing with 52. Johan Bjursten, who also put up an impressive fight, earned 50 points, placing sixth. Kim Emilsson ended with 46 points, taking seventh place and holding off Jesper Petersson, who scored 42 points.
The lower half of the leaderboard saw intense competition as well. Leo Kullman secured 33.5 points for ninth place, while Simon Engman followed closely with 31.5. Conny Ekholm finished with 25.5 points, placing 11th. Loke Lundquist wrapped up the rankings with six points after a tough day in the arena.
Final Standings:
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 73 points
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 64.5 points
- Daniel Axelsson — 64 points
- Joel Karlsson — 55 points
- Casper Prüssner — 52 points
- Johan Bjursten — 50 points
- Kim Emilsson — 46 points
- Jesper Petersson — 42 points
- Leo Kullman — 33.5 points
- Simon Engman — 31.5 points
- Conny Ekholm — 25.5 points
- Loke Lundquist — Six points
2025 Järhanden Strongwoman Results
The strongwoman division delivered just as much excitement. Sanne Hansen was unstoppable, earning 39 points and clinching a commanding victory. She outpaced the rest of the field by a 10-point margin, leaving no doubt about her strength and consistency. Nathalie Roos claimed second place with 29 points after delivering strong performances across multiple events.
Meanwhile, Sarah Rosenquist narrowly missed the runner-up spot, finishing with 27.5 points in third place. Angelica Livf stayed in the mix and wrapped up her competition with 25.5 points, placing fourth overall. Sofie Färdig, with 14.5 points, finished just ahead of Lina Sot Vargadís, who earned 11.5 points to complete the leaderboard.
Each strongwoman left everything on the competition floor. Hansen’s dominant performance gave her a comfortable victory, while the battle for second and third remained tight throughout the day. It was a fierce contest that showcased the athletes’ grit and power.
Final Standings:
- Sanne Hansen — 39 points
- Nathalie Roos — 29 points
- Sarah Rosenquist — 27.5 points
- Angelica Livf — 25.5 points
- Sofie Färdig — 14.5 points
- Lina Sot Vargadís — 11.5 points

2025 Järhanden Strongman Event Results
The strongman competition featured several grueling events that tested each athlete’s strength, speed, and endurance. Below are the event-by-event breakdowns and how each competitor fared.
Max Anvil Lift
This event featured a last-man-standing format, starting at 55 kilograms and capping out at a massive 125 kilograms. Casper Prüssner led the pack with a lift of 105 kilograms, edging out Johan Bjursten, who finished with 102.5 kilograms. Alexander Appelqvist Jansson followed with 100 kilograms, helping set the tone for his overall victory.
Daniel Axelsson wasn’t far behind, lifting 97.5 kilograms to stay in contention. Joel Karlsson hit 90 kilograms, while Kim Emilsson locked in 87.5 kilograms. Alexander Fors Kullenmark and Simon Engman tied at 82.5 kilograms for seventh place.
The leaderboard tightened up toward the lower end, with Jesper Petersson, Leo Kullman, and Conny Ekholm each lifting 77.5 kilograms. Loke Lundquist managed 65 kilograms before bowing out.
This event was last-man standing, starting with 55 kilograms and maxing out at 125 kilograms.
- Casper Prüssner — 105 kilograms
- Johan Bjursten — 102.5 kilograms
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 100 kilograms
- Daniel Axelsson — 97.5 kilograms
- Joel Karlsson — 90 kilograms
- Kim Emilsson — 87.5 kilograms
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 82.5 kilograms (T-seventh)
- Simon Engman — 82.5 kilograms (T-seventh)
- Jesper Petersson — 77.5 kilograms (T-ninth)
- Leo Kullman — 77.5 kilograms (T-ninth)
- Conny Ekholm — 77.5 kilograms (T-ninth)
- Loke Lundquist — 65 kilograms
Moving Raptor Medley
This event pushed each athlete’s speed and stamina as they raced to load four implements for two reps each, ranging from 50 to 80 kilograms. Alexander Fors Kullenmark blazed through the medley in just 25.36 seconds, narrowly defeating Johan Bjursten, who completed the course in 26.25 seconds.
Casper Prüssner and Alexander Appelqvist Jansson followed closely with times of 26.47 seconds and 26.57 seconds, respectively. Joel Karlsson clocked 29.25 seconds, and Kim Emilsson finished in 30.47 seconds. Daniel Axelsson, Simon Engman, and Leo Kullman all stayed under 33 seconds. Jesper Petersson and Conny Ekholm completed fewer reps but still finished strong.
Each athlete attempted to load four implements for two reps each, ranging from 50 to 80 kilograms.
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 4 x 2, 25.36 seconds
- Johan Bjursten — 4 x 2, 26.25 seconds
- Casper Prüssner — 4 x 2, 26.47 seconds
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 4 x 2, 26.57 seconds
- Joel Karlsson — 4 x 2, 29.25 seconds
- Kim Emilsson — 4 x 2, 30.47 seconds
- Daniel Axelsson — 4 x 2, 31.71 seconds
- Simon Engman — 4 x 2, 32.44 seconds
- Leo Kullman — 4 x 2, 32.74 seconds
- Jesper Petersson — 4 x 2, 56.33 seconds
- Conny Ekholm — 3 x 2, 75 seconds
- Loke Lundquist — 3 x 1, 75 seconds
Saxon Bar Lift
Athletes then took on the Saxon Bar Lift, which challenged their grip and upper body strength as they established their max lifts. Daniel Axelsson led with a 100-kilogram lift, just ahead of Alexander Appelqvist Jansson, who locked in 95 kilograms.
Alexander Fors Kullenmark reached 85 kilograms, while Joel Karlsson, Jesper Petersson, Leo Kullman, and Simon Engman tied at 80 kilograms. Casper Prüssner and Conny Ekholm lifted 75 kilograms each, and Johan Bjursten managed 70 kilograms.
Each athlete established their max lift.
- Daniel Axelsson — 100 kilograms
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 95 kilograms
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 85 kilograms
- Joel Karlsson — 80 kilograms (T-fourth)
- Jesper Petersson — 80 kilograms (T-fourth)
- Leo Kullman — 80 kilograms (T-fourth)
- Simon Engman — 80 kilograms (T-fourth)
- Casper Prüssner — 75 kilograms (T-eighth)
- Conny Ekholm — 75 kilograms (T-eighth)
- Johan Bjursten — 70 kilograms
- Kim Emilsson — 60 kilograms
- Loke Lundquist — No lift
Natural Stone Medley
The Natural Stone Medley put the athletes’ raw strength to the test as they completed as many reps as possible with heavy stones. Jesper Petersson came out on top with nine reps, narrowly beating Alexander Appelqvist Jansson, who tied with five others at eight reps.
This tie included Alexander Fors Kullenmark, Daniel Axelsson, Joel Karlsson, and Leo Kullman, all of whom pushed through to complete eight reps. Casper Prüssner and Johan Bjursten hit seven reps, while Kim Emilsson, Conny Ekholm, and Loke Lundquist managed six. Simon Engman completed five reps before time ran out.
- Jesper Petersson — 9 reps
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 8 reps (T-second)
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 8 reps (T-second)
- Daniel Axelsson — 8 reps (T-second)
- Joel Karlsson — 8 reps (T-second)
- Leo Kullman — 8 reps (T-second)
- Casper Prüssner — 7 reps (T-seventh)
- Johan Bjursten — 7 reps (T-seventh)
- Kim Emilsson — 6 reps (T-ninth)
- Conny Ekholm — 6 reps (T-ninth)
- Loke Lundquist — 6 reps (T-ninth)
- Simon Engman — 5 reps
One-Handed Plate Pinch
Grip strength took center stage in this event, as each athlete held a 30-kilogram plate for as long as possible. Alexander Appelqvist Jansson delivered a standout performance, holding on for 35.81 seconds. Daniel Axelsson followed with 30.44 seconds, while Joel Karlsson locked in 27.92 seconds for third place.
Jesper Petersson wasn’t far behind with a 27.01-second hold. Conny Ekholm, Johan Bjursten, and Alexander Fors Kullenmark all stayed above 20 seconds. Kim Emilsson held for 10.79 seconds, and Casper Prüssner managed 8.61 seconds. Leo Kullman and Simon Engman struggled with shorter holds.
Each athlete pinched 30 kilograms for as long as possible.
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 35.81 seconds
- Daniel Axelsson — 30.44 seconds
- Joel Karlsson — 27.92 seconds
- Jesper Petersson — 27.01 seconds
- Conny Ekholm — 23.59 seconds
- Johan Bjursten — 22.58 seconds
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 21.84 seconds
- Kim Emilsson — 10.79 seconds
- Casper Prüssner — 8.61 seconds
- Leo Kullman — 3.73 seconds
- Simon Engman — 1.13 seconds
- Loke Lundquist — No lift
Super Dumbbell
Athletes then moved on to the Super Dumbbell, a high-rep event requiring explosive shoulder power. Alexander Appelqvist Jansson outperformed the field again, completing 14 reps. Alexander Fors Kullenmark followed with 13 reps, while Kim Emilsson hit 12 reps.
Casper Prüssner stayed competitive with 11 reps, and Daniel Axelsson locked in 10. Simon Engman completed eight, followed by Joel Karlsson and Johan Bjursten, who tied at seven.
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 14 reps
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 13 reps
- Kim Emilsson — 12 reps
- Casper Prüssner — 11 reps
- Daniel Axelsson — 10 reps
- Simon Engman — 8 reps
- Joel Karlsson — 7 reps (T-seventh)
- Johan Bjursten — 7 reps (T-seventh)
- Jesper Petersson — 5 reps
- Conny Ekholm — 2 reps
- Leo Kullman — 1 rep
- Loke Lundquist — No lift
Max Axle Deadlift
The final event, the Max Axle Deadlift, tested each strongman’s brute pulling strength. Kim Emilsson set the mark with a 185-kilogram deadlift. Alexander Fors Kullenmark finished right behind him with 180 kilograms, while Alexander Appelqvist Jansson locked in 175 kilograms.
Daniel Axelsson lifted 165 kilograms, followed by Joel Karlsson, Casper Prüssner, and Johan Bjursten, who all tied at 160 kilograms. Leo Kullman hit 155 kilograms, while Jesper Petersson and Simon Engman tied at 150 kilograms.
Each strongman established their max deadlift starting at 100 kilograms, capped at 220 kilograms.
- Kim Emilsson — 185 kilograms
- Alexander Fors Kullenmark — 180 kilograms
- Alexander Appelqvist Jansson — 175 kilograms
- Daniel Axelsson — 165 kilograms
- Joel Karlsson — 160 kilograms (T-fifth)
- Casper Prüssner — 160 kilograms (T-fifth)
- Johan Bjursten — 160 kilograms (T-fifth)
- Leo Kullman — 155 kilograms
- Jesper Petersson — 150 kilograms (T-ninth)
- Simon Engman — 150 kilograms (T-ninth)
- Conny Ekholm — 140 kilograms
- Loke Lundquist — 120 kilograms
2025 Järhanden Strongwoman Event Results
Here are the event results for the 2025 Järhanden Strongwoman competition held in Tidaholm:
Max Anvil Lift
The Max Anvil Lift required each athlete to establish their maximum lift. The competition started at 35 kilograms and capped at 110 kilograms. Sanne Hansen led the field, lifting 55 kilograms. Nathalie Roos, Sarah Rosenquist, and Angelica Livf tied for second, each lifting 50 kilograms. Sofie Färdig and Lina Sot Vargadís both lifted 45 kilograms, securing fifth place.
The event tested each athlete’s strength and endurance. As the competition progressed, it became clear that Sanne Hansen was dominant in this discipline. Her ability to handle heavier weights set her apart from the others.
Despite the tough competition, the other athletes showed great resilience. Nathalie Roos, Sarah Rosenquist, and Angelica Livf all lifted solid weights. They demonstrated their skills and made their presence felt in the field.
- Sanne Hansen — 55 kilograms
- Nathalie Roos — 50 kilograms (T-second)
- Sarah Rosenquist — 50 kilograms (T-second)
- Angelica Livf — 50 kilograms (T-second)
- Sofie Färdig — 45 kilograms (T-fifth)
- Lina Sot Vargadís — 45 kilograms (T-fifth)
Moving Raptor Medley
The Moving Raptor Medley involved loading four implements for two reps each. The weight ranged from 20 to 50 kilograms. Sanne Hansen excelled in this event, completing the task in 45.17 seconds. Nathalie Roos followed with four reps in 75 seconds. Meanwhile, Sarah Rosenquist, Angelica Livf, Sofie Färdig, and Lina Sot Vargadís all completed the medley in 75 seconds, tying for third.
This event required athletes to quickly load multiple implements. Sanne Hansen’s quick time was a clear indicator of her speed and agility. She demonstrated precision in her movements, finishing well ahead of the rest.
However, the other athletes weren’t far behind. Nathalie Roos and the others put up impressive performances. They showed that strength alone isn’t enough—speed and coordination played a significant role in this event.
- Sanne Hansen — Four x two, 45.17 seconds
- Nathalie Roos — Four x one, 75 seconds
- Sarah Rosenquist — Three x two, 75 seconds (T-third)
- Angelica Livf — Three x two, 75 seconds (T-third)
- Sofie Färdig — Three x two, 75 seconds (T-third)
- Lina Sot Vargadís — Three x two, 75 seconds (T-third)
Saxon Bar Lift
The Saxon Bar Lift was a test of pure strength. Each athlete aimed to lift as much weight as possible, starting at 30 kilograms and reaching a maximum of 100 kilograms. Sanne Hansen came out on top, lifting 50 kilograms. Nathalie Roos followed with a 45-kilogram lift. Sarah Rosenquist and Sofie Färdig both lifted 35 kilograms, tying for third.
The event was challenging for many. Sanne Hansen‘s 50-kilogram lift proved her ability to maintain strength under pressure. Her performance set the bar high for the others.
Nevertheless, the other athletes gave strong efforts. Nathalie Roos and Sarah Rosenquist showed their prowess in lifting heavier weights. Sofie Färdig also made a solid contribution, demonstrating skill and technique.
- Sanne Hansen — 50 kilograms
- Nathalie Roos — 45 kilograms
- Sarah Rosenquist — 35 kilograms (T-third)
- Sofie Färdig — 35 kilograms (T-third)
- Angelica Livf — 30 kilograms (T-fifth)
- Lina Sot Vargadís — 30 kilograms (T-fifth)
Natural Stone Medley
The Natural Stone Medley tested the athletes’ endurance. Each strongwoman had to move heavy stones, with Sanne Hansen completing 10 reps in 55.58 seconds. Angelica Livf wasn’t far behind, finishing 10 reps in 80.87 seconds. Sarah Rosenquist completed 10 reps in 90 seconds, while Nathalie Roos followed closely with 10 reps in 91.37 seconds.
The medley proved to be a test of both strength and speed. Sanne Hansen‘s quick time in this event gave her an edge over the others. Her ability to keep pace with the heavy stones set her apart as a leader in the competition.
However, Angelica Livf and Sarah Rosenquist showed impressive perseverance. They kept pushing through, despite the challenging nature of the event. The competition remained close until the very end, with Nathalie Roos showing strong endurance as well.
- Sanne Hansen — 10 in 55.58 seconds
- Angelica Livf — 10 in 80.87 seconds
- Sarah Rosenquist — 10 in 90 seconds
- Nathalie Roos — 10 in 91.37 seconds
- Sofie Färdig — Eight in 120 seconds
- Lina Sot Vargadís — Seven (time not specified)
One-Handed Plate Pinch
The One-Handed Plate Pinch required athletes to hold 15 kilograms as long as possible. Sanne Hansen secured the top spot with an impressive hold of 49.34 seconds. Nathalie Roos followed with a hold of 20.34 seconds. Sarah Rosenquistalso performed well, managing 30.86 seconds.
This event tested grip strength to the limit. Sanne Hansen showed remarkable endurance, holding the plate for nearly 50 seconds. Her performance was unmatched, with a comfortable lead over the rest.
The others weren’t far behind. Angelica Livf managed a solid 54.34 seconds. However, Nathalie Roos and Sarah Rosenquist still managed decent times. Despite the intense grip challenge, they all held their own in this event.
- Sanne Hansen — 49.34 seconds
- Nathalie Roos — 20.34 seconds
- Sarah Rosenquist — 30.86 seconds
- Angelica Livf — 54.34 seconds
- Sofie Färdig — 14.5 seconds
- Lina Sot Vargadís — 28.22 seconds
Super Dumbbell
The Super Dumbbell event required athletes to perform as many reps as possible with 35 kilograms. Sarah Rosenquistdominated, completing 15 reps. Nathalie Roos wasn’t far behind, finishing 14 reps. Sanne Hansen completed 13 reps, while Angelica Livf finished with 12 reps.
This event tested strength and endurance, with athletes pushing their limits. Sarah Rosenquist‘s 15 reps demonstrated her power and stamina, placing her at the top.
Though others didn’t hit the same mark, they still showcased impressive efforts. Nathalie Roos and Sanne Hansen were among the top performers. Angelica Livf also added strong reps to her tally, showing her own determination.
- Sarah Rosenquist — 15 reps
- Nathalie Roos — 14 reps
- Sanne Hansen — 13 reps
- Angelica Livf — 12 reps
- Sofie Färdig — Seven reps
- Lina Sot Vargadís — Six reps
Max Axle Deadlift
The Max Axle Deadlift challenged each strongwoman to establish their max lift. Sanne Hansen lifted 100 kilograms, securing first place. Nathalie Roos lifted 90 kilograms, placing second. Both Sarah Rosenquist and Angelica Livf lifted 80 kilograms, tying for third.
This event tested the athletes’ ability to lift heavy weights with precision. Sanne Hansen demonstrated her strength and consistency, topping the leaderboard.
The competition was fierce, with Nathalie Roos, Sarah Rosenquist, and Angelica Livf all lifting impressive weights. Sofie Färdig and Lina Sot Vargadís rounded out the field with solid performances.
- Sanne Hansen — 100 kilograms
- Nathalie Roos — 90 kilograms
- Sarah Rosenquist — 80 kilograms (T-third)
- Angelica Livf — 80 kilograms (T-third)
- Sofie Färdig — 70 kilograms
- Lina Sot Vargadís — 60 kilograms
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Overview
The 2025 Järhanden Strongman & Strongwoman competitions took place in Tidaholm, Sweden, featuring 12 strongmen and six strongwomen. Notably, Alexander Appelqvist Jansson dominated the strongman event, winning with 73 points. Meanwhile, Sanne Hansen claimed victory in the strongwoman division with 39 points. Jansson’s consistency across events like the Max Anvil Lift and Max Axle Deadlift secured his first-place finish. In contrast, Hansen excelled in events such as the Max Anvil Lift and Super Dumbbell. Additionally, Alexander Fors Kullenmark and Daniel Axelsson completed the strongman podium. Lastly, the strongwoman race was tight, with Nathalie Roos and Sarah Rosenquist finishing second and third, respectively.
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