The 2026 Arnold Strongwoman Classic competition began on March 6 with ten elite strongwomen competing across three demanding events. The athletes faced massive weights and technical challenges as they attempted to collect crucial points before the final day.

Meanwhile, several competitors delivered standout performances across the opening events. Lucy Underdown made headlines with a historic deadlift, while Inez Carrasquillo showcased elite overhead strength in the dumbbell challenge.

Ultimately, Olga Liashchuk and Angelica Jardine ended the day tied at the top with 25 points each, setting up a dramatic battle heading into day two of the competition.

2026 Arnold Strongwoman Classic Results — Day One

 

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Event One — Elephant Bar Deadlift

The competition opened with the Elephant Bar Deadlift, a signature Arnold event that challenges athletes to lift massive weights with a longer barbell that bends significantly under heavy loads. Each competitor received three attempts to establish their one-rep max.

Next, Lucy Underdown once again demonstrated why she is considered one of the greatest deadlifters in strongwoman history. She lifted 701 pounds (318 kilograms) to win the event and set a new world record. After the lift, Underdown stated that she still had more strength left and intends to push the record even higher in the future.

Meanwhile, Jennifer Lyle delivered one of the biggest surprises of the event. She briefly broke the world record with a 681-pound (308.9-kilogram) lift before Underdown reclaimed the mark. Olga Liashchuk rounded out the top three with a 621-pound (281.7-kilogram) deadlift.

Elephant Bar Deadlift Results

Event Two — Dumbbell Challenge

Next, the athletes faced the Dumbbell Challenge, which required them to overhead press increasingly heavy dumbbells. Competitors could choose which weight to attempt, but heavier lifts ranked above any number of repetitions performed with lighter implements.

First, Inez Carrasquillo delivered the strongest performance of the event. She successfully pressed the 195-pound (88.5-kilogram) dumbbell, becoming the only athlete to lift that weight. Her impressive overhead strength secured the event win and boosted her position in the standings.

Meanwhile, Olga Liashchuk continued her consistent performance by locking out a 190-pound (86.2-kilogram)dumbbell for one repetition. Angelica Jardine finished close behind with two reps at 180 pounds, which kept her within striking distance of the overall lead.

Dumbbell Challenge Results

Event Three — Stone to Shoulder

Finally, day one concluded with the Stone to Shoulder event. The athletes were tasked with lifting a 260-pound (117-kilogram) stone from the ground to their shoulder as many times as possible within a two-minute time limit.

First, Angelica Jardine delivered the most dominant performance of the event. She completed seven repetitions, demonstrating impressive speed and technique while efficiently moving the heavy stone.

Next, Inez Carrasquillo and Olga Liashchuk each completed six repetitions. Carrasquillo secured second place after earning tiebreaker points for lifting the stone to her chest while attempting a seventh rep before time expired.

Meanwhile, several athletes struggled with the demanding implement. Lucy Underdown and Jennifer Lyle were unable to complete a repetition during the event.

Stone to Shoulder Results

Remaining Events

Next, the competition continues with three events scheduled for the final day.

• Event Four: Stone Drag

• Event Five: American Oak

• Event Six: Ramp Rage

First, the Stone Drag will test full-body strength and endurance. Next, the American Oak will challenge the athletes’ overhead pressing power. Finally, Ramp Rage will conclude the competition with an intense loading race.

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Overview

Overall, the first day of the 2026 Arnold Strongwoman Classic delivered intense competition and standout performances. Lucy Underdown made history with a world-record deadlift, while Inez Carrasquillo dominated the overhead pressing event.

Meanwhile, Olga Liashchuk and Angelica Jardine demonstrated the most consistent performances across all three events. Their efforts placed them at the top of the leaderboard heading into the final day.

Ultimately, with three events still remaining, the race for the Arnold Strongwoman Classic title remains wide open.