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The 2025 World’s Strongest Man competition began on Thursday afternoon featuring the strongest athletes in the world battling to take home the most-coveted prize in the sport. The event will continue on Friday with day two of qualifiers at the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento, CA.

The qualifying round of the 2025 World’s Strongest Man will consist of two days — taking place on Thursday and Friday. The athletes will be separated in five groups where they will take part in events to compete for points. From there, 10 athletes will qualify for the finals over the weekend.

2025 World’s Strongest Man: Day Two Events

Event Number	Event Name
4	Titan’s Toss
5	Stone Medley

2025 World’s Strongest Man Leaderboard

The qualifying round of the 2025 World’s Strongest Man spans two days, Thursday and Friday. Next, athletes are divided into five groups, each consisting of five competitors. Then, they will face a series of events designed to earn points. After that, only the top two from each group will advance. Finally, ten athletes will move on to the finals. Moreover, the final competition is scheduled for May 17-18, 2025.

2025 World’s Strongest Man Day 2 Qualifier — Complete Breakdown & Live Results

🇬🇧 Group One

#	Athlete	Load Medley	Deadlift Ladder	Overhead Medley	Keg Toss	Stone Medley	Total Points
1	🇬🇧 Tom Stoltman	4 in 38.71	7 reps	7 in 56.95	10 in 31.97	—	19.5
2	🇦🇺 Eddie Williams	4 in 44.70	7 reps	4 in 41.11	8 in 35.66	—	13.5
3	🇺🇸 Thomas Evans	4 in 48.58	6 reps	7 in 1:05.11	7 in 29.06	—	11.5
4	🇿🇦 Schoonwinkel	4 in 50.34	6 reps	5 in 1:06.86	7 in 25.03	—	9.5
5	🇲🇽 A. Andrade	4 in 53.33	5 reps	7 in 1:13.81	7 in 31.28	—	6

Tom Stoltman dominated Group One with a strong, consistent performance. He finished the Load Medley in a swift 38.71 seconds and nailed seven reps on the Deadlift Ladder. Moreover, his seven reps in the Overhead Medley and ten successful keg tosses sealed his lead.

Next, Eddie Williams kept pace but couldn’t match Stoltman’s speed. Although he completed the Load Medley in 44.70 seconds and matched seven deadlift reps, his overall points fell short. Still, he managed a respectable fourth place in the Overhead Medley.

Finally, Thomas Evans and Schoonwinkel showed solid endurance but lagged in pace. Both finished the Load Medley and Deadlift Ladder close to each other. Meanwhile, Andrade trailed behind, missing critical reps in the ladder and overhead events, which limited his total score.

🇨🇦 Group Two

#	Athlete	Load Medley	Deadlift Ladder	Overhead Medley	Keg Toss	Stone Medley	Total Points
1	🇨🇦 M. Hooper	4 in 38.60	7 reps	7 in 59.74	8 in 27.97	—	20.5
2	🇬🇧 P. Haynes	4 in 41.26	8 reps	5 in 1:04.40	6 in 18.72	—	18
3	🇺🇸 B. Johnson	4 in 51.83	7 reps	6 in 1:05.54	4 in 17.75	—	11.5
4	🇨🇦 Derwinsky	4 in 49.14	7 reps	5 in 1:05.14	9 in 29.88	—	11.5
5	🇳🇿 M. Ragg	4 in 43.79	7 reps	4 in 31.07	9 in 32.22	—	10.5

Mitchell Hooper led Group Two with an impressive 20.5 total points. His 38.60 seconds on the Load Medley showed speed, and seven deadlift reps kept him in front. He also recorded strong overhead reps and keg tosses, which pushed him ahead.

Meanwhile, Paul Haynes stayed competitive throughout the events. He edged ahead with eight deadlift reps but fell behind in the overhead medley. Nevertheless, his consistent performance earned him a solid second place.

On the other hand, athletes like B. Johnson and Derwinsky struggled to keep up with the leaders. Despite completing their reps, their slower times in the Keg Toss hurt their total points. New Zealand’s M. Ragg also showed flashes of potential but lacked consistency.

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🇿🇦 Group Three

#	Athlete	Load Medley	Deadlift Ladder	Overhead Medley	Keg Toss	Stone Medley	Total Points
1	🇿🇦 Rayno Nel	4 in 42.36	8 reps	5 in 36.81	8 in 29.41	—	17
2	🇬🇧 S. Flowers	4 in 40.13	6 reps	5 in 52.74	8 in 23.38	—	14
3	🇺🇸 L. Hatton	4 in 48.09	7 reps	6 in 47.41	8 in 44.06	—	12.5
4	🇬🇭 E. Aryee	4 in 44.90	7 reps	5 in 48.91	6 in 23.66	—	10.5
5	🇵🇱 Kieliszkowski	4 in 46.28	0 reps	4 in 26.25	7 in 31.97	—	5

Rayno Nel took early control with strong numbers in the Load Medley and Deadlift Ladder. His eight deadlift reps gave him an edge. Additionally, his steady performance in the Overhead Medley and Keg Toss maintained his lead.

Conversely, Steven Flowers kept close behind. His fast Load Medley time of 40.13 seconds and six deadlift reps kept him competitive. However, slower overhead times limited his points compared to Nel.

Meanwhile, L. Hatton and E. Aryee both delivered consistent but not outstanding performances. They maintained solid placements but lacked the extra speed to challenge the leaders. Kieliszkowski’s performance was hindered by zero deadlift reps, leaving him far behind.

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🇺🇸 Group Four

#	Athlete	Load Medley	Deadlift Ladder	Overhead Medley	Keg Toss	Stone Medley	Total Points
1	🇺🇸 T. Mitchell	4 in 49.38	10 reps	7 in 1:00.54	6 in 27.22	—	15
2	🇨🇿 O. Fojtů	4 in 42.55	5 reps	7 in 1:00.21	3 in 11.41	—	15
3	🇨🇦 Boudreault	4 in 42.81	1 rep	6 in 57.99	10 in 46.91	—	14
4	🇨🇦 T. Hoath	4 in 51.60	8 reps	6 in 1:13.70	7 in 29.75	—	12
—	🇬🇧 L. Richardson*	2 in 13.53	—	—	—	—	WD

Trey Mitchell excelled in the Deadlift Ladder with 10 reps. His steady pace in the Load Medley and Overhead Medley ensured he stayed near the top. Despite some slower keg tosses, he finished with a strong point total.

Secondly, Oto Fojtů matched Mitchell’s points but fell short on the Keg Toss. His fast Load Medley time kept him in the running, though fewer reps in the Deadlift Ladder hurt his standing. His overhead reps were solid but not enough to surpass the leader.

Meanwhile, Boudreault and Hoath showed flashes of brilliance. Boudreault’s perfect keg toss score of 10 in 46.91 seconds stood out. However, inconsistencies in deadlifts and medleys kept them from reaching the top spots.

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🇺🇦 Group Five

#	Athlete	Load Medley	Deadlift Ladder	Overhead Medley	Keg Toss	Stone Medley	Total Points
1	🇺🇦 P. Kordiyaka	4 in 38.61	4 reps	6 in 46.35	4 in 12.81	—	15.5
2	🇬🇧 L. Stoltman	4 in 41.21	2 reps	6 in 49.98	9 in 34.81	—	15
3	🇬🇧 A. Flynn	4 in 45.66	6 reps	5 in 46.99	6 in 20.16	—	13
4	🇺🇸 N. Guardione	4 in 41.34	4 reps	5 in 1:07.85	8 in 28.38	—	12.5
—	🇺🇸 Singleton*	2 in 14.25	—	—	—	—	WD

Pavlo Kordiyaka led Group Five with quick times and solid reps. His 38.61-second Load Medley showed great speed. Meanwhile, his four deadlift reps and six overhead reps contributed to his leading total points.

Next, Luke Stoltman stayed competitive with a strong keg toss performance of nine reps. His consistent Load Medley and overhead medley kept him close to Kordiyaka. Yet, his fewer deadlift reps held him back slightly.

Finally, athletes like Flynn and Guardione performed steadily but lacked consistency. Flynn’s six deadlift reps and Guardione’s solid keg tosses were highlights. However, both couldn’t break into the top two spots due to slower overall times and fewer reps.

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2025 World’s Strongest Man: Day Two Qualifier Results

Event Four: Titan’s Toss

The Titan’s Toss returned with fierce intensity. Each competitor had to launch 10 sandbags, each weighing 14 kilograms (30 pounds), over a 3.65-meter (12-foot) high bar. While the bags were uniform in weight, the throwing distances increased progressively, testing both explosive power and precision.

To raise the challenge, athletes faced two throws each from seven, eight, nine, and ten meters. Afterward, they attempted a single toss from eleven and twelve meters. Every athlete was given only one chance per bag — there were no second tries.

If a bag touched the top of the bar but still cleared it, officials marked it as a successful attempt. As always, timing was everything. Those who could balance speed with accuracy found themselves ahead in the standings heading into the final event of the day.

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Event Five: Stone Medley

The Stone Medley capped off Day Two with raw power on full display. Athletes were tasked with lifting and placing a series of increasingly heavy Atlas Stones onto raised platforms. The stones grew in weight and demanded perfect technique under extreme fatigue.

Each competitor had to move as quickly as possible while maintaining control. The stones, typically ranging from 120 to over 180 kilograms, tested grip, endurance, and composure. Missing a lift or dropping a stone could cost precious seconds — and valuable points.

By the end of the event, only the most conditioned and technically sound athletes came out ahead. It was a defining moment for those aiming to punch their ticket to the finals. For some, it was a last chance to climb the leaderboard.

2025 World’s Strongest Man Events

Altogether, ten events will unfold over four days. Each event is timed in Pacific Standard Time and may be subject to change.

Qualifying Round – Day One (Thursday, May 15)

10 a.m. – Loading Medley
2 p.m. – Deadlift for Reps
5 p.m. – Rogue Overhead Medley

Qualifying Round – Day Two (Friday, May 16)

10 a.m. – Titan’s Toss
2 p.m. – Stone Medley

Final – Day One (Saturday, May 17)

10 a.m. – KNAACK Carry & Hoist
1 p.m. – 18″ Max Deadlift
4 p.m. – Hercules Hold

Final – Day Two (Sunday, May 18)

10 a.m. – Flintstone Press Max
2:30 p.m. – Atlas Stones

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Overview

The 2025 World’s Strongest Man began Thursday in Sacramento, California. First, athletes were split into five groups for the two-day qualifier. Then, they competed in multiple events to earn points. After that, the top two from each group advanced to the finals. So far, Tom Stoltman, Evan Singleton, Luke Stoltman, Mitchell Hooper, Tristain Hoath, Mathew Ragg, Aivars Šmaukstelis, Wesley Derwinsky, Pavlo Kordiyaka, and Austin Andrade have qualified. Next, the final round will take place May 17–18. Finally, events like Titan’s Toss and Stone Medley concluded the qualifiers on Friday.

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