2025 Persian Gulf Iron Man Official Results

The 2025 Persian Gulf Iron Man took place on March 1 in Kish Island, Iran. Then, eleven athletes from five countries battled through seven grueling events. Finally, the contest featured classic strongman challenges, including Yoke & Duck Walk Medley, Overhead Medley, and Power Stairs.

Clearly, Iran dominated the podium. Moreover, every medalist represented the host nation. At the top, Ramin Farajnejad secured gold with 69 out of 77 possible points.

Now, the contest had its share of fierce competition. Throughout, athletes pushed their limits across events like Carry & Drag, Farmer’s Walk, and Atlas Stones. Ultimately, only the strongest endured to the final Squat & Deadlift showdown.

2025 Persian Gulf Iron Man Results

Ramin Farajnejad (IRI) — 69 points
Reza Gheitasi (IRI) — 67 points
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo (IRI) — 58 points
Malek Jafari (IRI) — 53 points
Tristain Hoath (CAN) — 50 points
Ali Fazeli (IRI) — 43 points
Valery Savin (RUS) — 40 points
Alexander Kurak (BLR) — 28 points
Alexander Shpanov (RUS) — 20 points
Matthew Riddall (ESP) — 12 points
Behruz Iranshahi (IRI) — 10 points (withdrew)

2025 Persian Gulf Iron Man Results the competition delivered a fierce showdown. Then, Iran’s Ramin Farajnejad secured first place with 69 points, narrowly edging out countryman Reza Gheitasi, who finished with 67. Finally, Mohammad Reza Tazehroo claimed third with 58 points, rounding out an Iranian-dominated podium.

Clearly, Iranian strength reigned supreme. Moreover, Malek Jafari and Ali Fazeli joined their teammates in the top six, proving the depth of their talent. However, Canada’s Tristain Hoath broke the Iranian stronghold, finishing fifth with 50 points.

Meanwhile, Russia and Belarus struggled. Specifically, Valery Savin and Alexander Kurak landed in the bottom half. At the same time, Matthew Riddall of Spain and Behruz Iranshahi of Iran failed to leave a mark. Ultimately, Iranshahi withdrew before the final events, sealing his last-place finish.

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Yoke & Duck Walk Medley

Athletes had 75 seconds to traverse a course with a 420-kilogram yoke and a 240-kilogram duck walk.

Ramin Farajnejad — 20.85 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — 24.31 seconds
Ali Fazeli — 31.3 seconds
Tristain Hoath — 32.6 seconds
Reza Gheitasi — 38.84 seconds
Behruz Iranshahi — 39.9 seconds
Malek Jafari — 48.66 seconds
Alexander Kurak — 57.22 seconds
Valery Savin — 24.15 meters
Alexander Shpanov — no lift
Matthew Riddall — no lift

To start, the opening event set the tone. Here, athletes had 75 seconds to carry a 420-kilogram yoke and a 240-kilogram duck walk across the course. In this case, speed and precision mattered most.

Right away, Iran’s Ramin Farajnejad stormed ahead, finishing in just 20.85 seconds. Meanwhile, Mohammad Reza Tazehroo and Ali Fazeli followed closely, but many struggled. In contrast, several competitors failed to finish, exposing weaknesses in endurance and control.

Clearly, experience paid off. As expected, Tristain Hoath and Reza Gheitasi held steady, posting respectable times. On the other hand, Alexander Shpanov and Matthew Riddall failed to lift, immediately falling behind in the rankings.

Overhead Medley

Each strongman lifted four implements: a 90-kilogram dumbbell, a 145-kilogram log, a 100-kilogram dumbbell, and a 170-kilogram log. They had 75 seconds to complete the task.

Ramin Farajnejad — Three in 18.94 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — Three in 20.44 seconds
Valery Savin — Three in 23.69 seconds
Ali Fazeli — Three in 24.87 seconds
Alexander Kurak — Three in 29.28 seconds
Reza Gheitasi — Two in 11.4 seconds
Tristain Hoath — Two in 15 seconds
Malek Jafari — Two in 16.1 seconds
Behruz Iranshahi — One in 49.63 seconds
Alexander Shpanov — no lift
Matthew Riddall — no lift

The second test demanded pressing power. This time, competitors had to lift four implements in 75 seconds, including two heavy dumbbells and two massive logs. Without a doubt, each lift tested shoulder and arm endurance.

Once again, Ramin Farajnejad led the pack, lifting three implements in under 19 seconds. Meanwhile, Mohammad Reza Tazehroo and Valery Savin matched his total but took longer to complete their lifts. Clearly, every second mattered in such a grueling medley.

At this point, fatigue set in early. Notably, Reza Gheitasi and Tristain Hoath only managed two lifts, while Behruz Iranshahi struggled with just one. Unfortunately, Alexander Shpanov and Matthew Riddall failed to lift, placing them further behind.

Power Stairs

Athletes had 75 seconds to lift various weighted implements up 17 stairs. The implements weighed 220 kilograms, 240 kilograms, and 260 kilograms.

Reza Gheitasi — 33.56 seconds
Ramin Farajnejad — 38.78 seconds
Malek Jafari — 40.64 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — 43.15 seconds
Tristain Hoath — 43.38 seconds
Valery Savin — 50.53 seconds
Alexander Shpanov — 68.5 seconds
Ali Fazeli — 15 stairs
Alexander Kurak — 13 stairs
Matthew Riddall — 13 stairs
Behruz Iranshahi — 10 stairs

The third event favored leg strength. Here, athletes had to haul three implements—each weighing up to 260 kilograms—up 17 stairs in just 75 seconds. Obviously, few could conquer all three.

To no one’s surprise, Reza Gheitasi dominated, finishing in 33.56 seconds. Shortly after, Ramin Farajnejad followed with a time of 38.78, securing valuable points. Meanwhile, Malek Jafari and Mohammad Reza Tazehroo also put on strong performances.

Still, the challenge proved too much for some. In particular, Ali Fazeli and Alexander Kurak failed to complete all the stairs. At the same time, Behruz Iranshahi withdrew, marking the first major dropout of the contest.

Carry & Drag

Each strongman dragged a pair of 130-kilogram sacks and a sled 10 meters.

Ramin Farajnejad — 42.75 seconds
Reza Gheitasi — 36.63 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — 38.38 seconds
Malek Jafari — 40.34 seconds
Tristain Hoath — 42.15 seconds
Ali Fazeli — 43.31 seconds
Valery Savin — 54.72 seconds
Alexander Kurak — 71.69 seconds
Alexander Shpanov — 80.6 seconds
Matthew Riddall — 9.3 meters
Behruz Iranshahi — withdrew

At this stage, endurance played a crucial role. Specifically, each strongman had to drag two 130-kilogram sacks and a sled for 10 meters. Clearly, speed and stamina mattered most.

Not surprisingly, Reza Gheitasi emerged victorious, finishing in just 36.63 seconds. Right behind him, Mohammad Reza Tazehroo and Malek Jafari kept pace, staying within two seconds of the leader. As a result, the gap between the top contenders continued to shrink.

Meanwhile, the field spread out. Unfortunately, Valery Savin and Alexander Kurak struggled with the drag, posting times well over a minute. Worse, Matthew Riddall fell short of the finish. Finally, Behruz Iranshahi withdrew from yet another event.

Farmer’s Walk

Each strongman traversed 30 meters with 150 kilograms. They had 75 seconds to complete the task.

Ramin Farajnejad — 14.31 seconds
Reza Gheitasi — 12.6 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — 15.43 seconds
Malek Jafari — 14.88 seconds
Tristain Hoath — 15.28 seconds
Ali Fazeli — 14.66 seconds
Valery Savin — 24.28 seconds
Alexander Kurak — 40.25 seconds
Alexander Shpanov — 26.89 seconds
Matthew Riddall — 28.44 seconds
Behruz Iranshahi — withdrew

By now, fatigue was setting in. For this event, each competitor had 75 seconds to carry 150 kilograms for 30 meters. Here, grip and footspeed determined the winners.

Once again, Reza Gheitasi and Ramin Farajnejad went head-to-head. This time, Gheitasi finished in 12.6 seconds, slightly ahead of Farajnejad’s 14.31. Clearly, both knew every point counted.

Meanwhile, others struggled. Specifically, Valery Savin, Alexander Shpanov, and Matthew Riddall lagged behind, unable to keep up. At the same time, Behruz Iranshahi withdrew again, signaling the end of his competition.

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Atlas Stones

Strongmen lifted eight stones ranging from 120 to 200 kilograms.

Reza Gheitasi — Eight in 39.43 seconds
Malek Jafari — Eight in 50.77 seconds
Ramin Farajnejad — Seven in 33.22 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — Seven in 37.66 seconds
Ali Fazeli — Seven in 48 seconds
Tristain Hoath — Seven in 51.34 seconds
Valery Savin — Seven in 63.1 seconds
Alexander Kurak — Six in 42.5 seconds
Alexander Shpanov — Five in 48.62 seconds
Matthew Riddall — Five in 57.91 seconds
Behruz Iranshahi — withdrew

At this point, the signature strongman event did not disappoint. Once again, competitors had to lift eight stones, ranging from 120 to 200 kilograms, as fast as possible. Typically, the event determined final standings.

This time, Reza Gheitasi excelled, lifting all eight stones in just under 40 seconds. Meanwhile, Malek Jafari followed closely, keeping the podium race alive. On the other hand, Ramin Farajnejad fell behind, completing only seven stones.

At the same time, others fought to keep pace. However, Alexander Kurak and Alexander Shpanov lagged behind, lifting fewer stones. Meanwhile, Behruz Iranshahi had already withdrawn, leaving one less competitor in the mix.

Squat & Deadlift

Each strongman squatted a 300-kilogram double, trap bar deadlifted 340 kilograms, and deadlifted 350 and 360 kilograms.

Ramin Farajnejad — Five in 53.49 seconds
Reza Gheitasi — Four in 28.81 seconds
Tristain Hoath — Four in 35.81 seconds
Malek Jafari — Three in 24.41 seconds
Valery Savin — Three in 32.59 seconds
Mohammad Reza Tazehroo — Three in 33.47 seconds
Alexander Kurak — Three in 39.34 seconds
Alexander Shpanov — Three in 46.15 seconds
Matthew Riddall — Three in 53.19 seconds
Ali Fazeli — withdrew
Behruz Iranshahi — withdrew

The last event demanded raw power. In this challenge, athletes had to squat 300 kilograms, then deadlift progressively heavier weights up to 360 kilograms. Clearly, only the strongest survived.

This time, Ramin Farajnejad saved his best for last, completing five lifts in just over 53 seconds. Meanwhile, Reza Gheitasi and Tristain Hoath followed, both reaching four successful lifts. With that, the fight for the top spot remained intense.

However, the grind wore others down. In particular, several competitors, including Malek Jafari and Mohammad Reza Tazehroo, managed only three lifts. Finally, Ali Fazeli and Behruz Iranshahi withdrew, bringing their competitions to an early end.

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Overview

The 2025 Persian Gulf Iron Man took place in Kish Island, where Ramin Farajnejad claimed victory with 69 points. Meanwhile, Reza Gheitasi finished close behind with 67 points, keeping the competition intense. At the same time, Mohammad Reza Tazehroo secured third place with 58 points, rounding out the podium. Throughout the contest, athletes battled in grueling events like the Yoke & Duck Walk Medley, Overhead Medley, Power Stairs, and Atlas Stones. In particular, Farajnejad dominated multiple events, securing key wins in the Yoke & Duck Walk Medley, Carry & Drag, Farmer’s Walk, and Squat & Deadlift. On the other hand, Gheitasi excelled in the Power Stairs and Atlas Stones, keeping the race for first place tight. In the end, Farajnejad’s consistency made the difference, allowing him to secure the overall victory and add another title to his growing list of achievements.

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