2025 Strongman Champions League Latvia Official Results

The 2025 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Latvia took place on May 3 in Riga, Latvia. Initially, twelve athletes from ten countries gathered for the one-day contest. Notably, they faced five grueling events: the Truck Pull, Log Lift, Sandbag Toss, Loading Race, and Atlas Stones.

Right from the start, Aivars Šmaukstelis took control on home soil. Then, he maintained his momentum with dominant and consistent finishes in each event. Consequently, he scored 53 out of 60 possible points to secure the overall victory. Ultimately, the hometown crowd witnessed their favorite claim gold in emphatic fashion.

Meanwhile, Audrius Jokūbaitis of Lithuania pushed hard throughout the day. After a strong opening, he continued to challenge Šmaukstelis event after event. Still, he came up just short and finished in second place. Nevertheless, his performance proved he remains a threat in the 2025 strongman season.

Finally, Germany’s Patrick Eibel rounded out the podium. Though he didn’t win any single event, he stayed consistent across the board. As a result, he earned enough points to edge out the rest of the field. In the end, all three medalists delivered impressive performances in one of SCL’s toughest contests.

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2025 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Latvia – Full Results

📍 Riga, Latvia – May 3, 2025
🗒 Five Events: Truck Pull, Log Lift, Sandbag Toss, Loading Race, Atlas Stones
👥 12 athletes from 10 countries

🏆 Final Standings

Aivars Šmaukstelis (Latvia) — 53 pts
Audrius Jokūbaitis (Lithuania) — 47.5 pts
Patrick Eibel (Germany) — 41.5 pts
Péter Juhász (Hungary) — 39.5 pts
Māris Krievelis (Latvia) — 36.5 pts
Didzis Zariņš (Latvia) — 34 pts
Jesper Hansson (Sweden) — 31 pts
Kelvin de Ruiter (Netherlands) — 30.5 pts
Kevin Faires (USA) — 27.5 pts
Ervin Toots (Estonia) — 15.5 pts (Withdrew)
Tuomas Lindroos (Finland) — 15 pts
Jakub Szczechowski (Poland) — 11.5 pts (Withdrew)

Aivars Šmaukstelis claimed the gold with 53 points, dominating the competition in his home country. His performance was impressive, as he consistently performed well across all events. Consequently, his victory was a reflection of his skill and determination.

In second place, Audrius Jokūbaitis scored 47.5 points. Although he delivered solid performances throughout, he couldn’t catch Šmaukstelis in the final standings. Still, Jokūbaitis’s overall consistency placed him firmly in the top positions.

Meanwhile, Patrick Eibel of Germany earned third place with 41.5 points. Although he excelled in a few events, his overall performance wasn’t enough to surpass the top two. Nevertheless, his strong finishes in specific events earned him a spot on the podium.

🚛 Event 1: Truck Pull

20 meters, 60-second time cap

Audrius Jokūbaitis — 28.22s
Patrick Eibel — 31.03s
Kelvin de Ruiter — 32.41s
Jesper Hansson — 32.81s
Kevin Faires — 33.47s
Aivars Šmaukstelis — 33.84s
T7. Jakub Szczechowski — 34.81s
T7. Māris Krievelis — 34.81s
Didzis Zariņš — 35.16s
Péter Juhász — 39.22s
Ervin Toots — 40.88s
Tuomas Lindroos — 44.63s

The Truck Pull set the tone for the competition. Audrius Jokūbaitis delivered an impressive time of 28.22 seconds, setting the pace early on. His speed and power were crucial, allowing him to take the lead in the first event.

Next, Patrick Eibel followed closely with a time of 31.03 seconds. Though his performance was strong, it wasn’t enough to dethrone Jokūbaitis. Kelvin de Ruiter completed the event in 32.41 seconds, securing third place for the time being.

However, Aivars Šmaukstelis, despite being one of the strongest competitors, finished sixth in this event with a time of 33.84 seconds. Although not at the top, his solid time kept him in contention for the overall victory.

🪵 Event 2: Log Lift

150 kg for reps, 1-minute time cap

Aivars Šmaukstelis — 9 reps
Māris Krievelis — 8 reps
Didzis Zariņš — 7 reps
T4. Patrick Eibel — 6 reps
T4. Kevin Faires — 6 reps
T6. Péter Juhász — 5 reps
T6. Audrius Jokūbaitis — 5 reps
Tuomas Lindroos — 4 reps
T9. Kelvin de Ruiter — 3 reps
T9. Ervin Toots — 3 reps
Jesper Hansson — no lift
Jakub Szczechowski — no lift

The Log Lift featured a fierce competition. Furthermore, Aivars Šmaukstelis dominated, completing nine reps with a 150-kg log. Also, his performance in this event was a clear indication of his strength, pushing him further ahead in the overall standings.

Meanwhile, Māris Krievelis of Latvia placed second, lifting eight logs with impressive technique. Moreover, his effort kept him in the running, but he still lagged behind Šmaukstelis. Didzis Zariņš came in third with seven reps, adding to Latvia’s strong showing in the competition.

On the other hand, several competitors struggled. Kevin Faires and Patrick Eibel tied for fourth with six reps each. Additionally, Jesper Hansson and Jakub Szczechowski failed to complete a lift, leaving them with a significant points deficit in the standings.

🪣 Event 3: Sandbag Toss

Six sandbags (20–30 kg) over 4.3-meter bar, 1-minute time cap

Aivars Šmaukstelis — 6 in 17.79s
Péter Juhász — 6 in 18.20s
Patrick Eibel — 6 in 19.14s
Audrius Jokūbaitis — 6 in 24.83s
Jesper Hansson — 6 in 36.70s
Ervin Toots — 6 in 45.79s
Jakub Szczechowski — 6 in 53.58s
Kelvin de Ruiter — 5 in 18.95s
Didzis Zariņš — 5 in 19.95s
Māris Krievelis — 4 in 13.33s
Kevin Faires — 4 in 18.91s
Tuomas Lindroos — 3 in 13.29s

Next, the Sandbag Toss event showed Aivars Šmaukstelis continuing his dominance. He completed six tosses in just 17.79 seconds, making it look effortless. His quick execution put him in an uncatchable lead.

Similarly, Péter Juhász followed closely, completing six tosses in 18.20 seconds. His performance remained strong, keeping him in the hunt for a top position. Patrick Eibel also performed well, finishing third with six tosses in 19.14 seconds.

However, some competitors struggled in this event. Kelvin de Ruiter managed only five tosses, while Didzis Zariņš finished with five in 19.95 seconds. This event proved challenging for many, and fatigue began to show in the later stages.

📦 Event 4: Loading Race

Four implements, 1-minute time cap

Péter Juhász — 3 in 23.94s
Audrius Jokūbaitis — 3 in 24.16s
Aivars Šmaukstelis — 3 in 25.62s
Māris Krievelis — 3 in 26.04s
Patrick Eibel — 3 in 27.60s
Kelvin de Ruiter — 3 in 30.07s
Kevin Faires — 3 in 30.81s
Didzis Zariņš — 3 in 32.47s
Jesper Hansson — 3 in 32.50s
Ervin Toots — 3 in 50.85s
Tuomas Lindroos — 2 in 50.00s
Jakub Szczechowski — no lift

In the Loading Race, Péter Juhász took the lead, loading three implements in just 23.94 seconds. His speed and agility were key to his victory in this event. His solid performance helped him gain valuable points toward his overall standing.

Next, Audrius Jokūbaitis finished second with a time of 24.16 seconds. Although he gave a strong effort, it wasn’t enough to best Juhász. Meanwhile, Aivars Šmaukstelis completed the loading in 25.62 seconds, finishing third and maintaining his overall lead.

However, several other competitors struggled. Kevin Faires and Jesper Hansson both took over 30 seconds to finish the race, costing them valuable points. This slower pace hurt their chances of climbing higher in the overall rankings.

🪨 Event 5: Atlas Stones

Series of stones, max in fastest time

Aivars Šmaukstelis — 6 in 48.14s
Didzis Zariņš — 6 in 55.42s
Jesper Hansson — 6 in 69.07s
Audrius Jokūbaitis — 5 in 44.54s
Māris Krievelis — 5 in 53.45s
Péter Juhász — 5 in 54.51s
Tuomas Lindroos — 4 in 43.11s
Kelvin de Ruiter — 4 in 46.63s
Patrick Eibel — 4 in 48.85s
Kevin Faires — 3 in 36.32s
Ervin Toots — withdrew
Jakub Szczechowski — withdrew

Finally, in the Atlas Stones, Šmaukstelis sealed his victory with a time of 48.14 seconds. His performance in this event was exemplary, showing his strength and endurance. With this, he ensured that his first-place finish remained uncontested.

Didzis Zariņš followed closely, completing the stones in 55.42 seconds. His effort placed him second in the event and kept him near the top of the overall rankings. Jesper Hansson finished third with a time of 69.07 seconds, securing another strong finish.

Unfortunately, Audrius Jokūbaitis was unable to complete all six stones, finishing with five in 44.54 seconds. Despite this, his earlier performances kept him in second place overall. Patrick Eibel, too, could only manage four stones in 48.85 seconds, which ultimately cost him a chance at a higher finish.

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The 2025 Strongman Champions League Latvia took place on May 3 in Riga, featuring 12 athletes from 10 countries. Initially, Aivars Šmaukstelis took control of the competition, scoring 53 points to secure the gold. Meanwhile, Audrius Jokūbaitis finished second with 47.5 points, closely following Šmaukstelis throughout the contest. Patrick Eibel rounded out the podium with 41.5 points, consistently performing across events. Despite Jokūbaitis’ strong efforts, he was unable to catch the leader. As the contest progressed, Šmaukstelis’ dominance in key events like the Log Lift and Atlas Stones cemented his victory. Ultimately, Eibel’s consistent results in multiple events earned him third place, while the other competitors struggled to match the top three.

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