The 2026 World’s Strongest Man competition is set for April 23-26 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and here is how to watch live coverage at Colossuem Strength. As the event moves closer, excitement continues to build among fans around the world. Many are now searching for the best way to follow every moment.

This year’s edition again brings former champions, rising contenders and dangerous specialists into one field. Because of that, the race for the title feels unusually open. Few contests in recent memory have looked this difficult to predict.

So, fans want answers on how to watch, when each event begins and who stands in each group. This guide covers every major detail. It also explains where to follow real-time updates.

Myrtle Beach has become a familiar home for the competition. The city also hosted the 2023 and 2024 editions. Now it welcomes another battle for Strongman’s biggest prize.

How to Watch 2026 World’s Strongest Man

The 2026 World’s Strongest Man returns to Myrtle Beach this year. However, there will once again be no official live television broadcast of the competition. The only way to watch live is by attending the event in person.

For viewers in the United States, delayed coverage will arrive later in the year. 🇺🇸 CBS and CBS Sports Network are scheduled to air the contest on June 20 and July 19. That remains the main broadcast option for American fans.

Fans in the United Kingdom and other regions will wait longer. 🇬🇧 Channel 5 is expected to show the competition sometime in December. Broadcast timing in additional markets may vary.

Meanwhile, Colosseum Strength will cover the event live as it unfolds. Coverage includes results, event recaps, records, withdrawals and major updates. So, fans who want immediate information can follow throughout all four days.

 

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2026 World’s Strongest Man Schedule

The 2026 World’s Strongest Man runs across four days in total. The first two days are reserved for the qualifying stage. The final two days will determine the champion.

Ten events are split evenly across both stages. That structure demands endurance, recovery and versatility from every athlete. A slow start can quickly become costly.

The schedule also mixes speed events, max strength tests and classic Strongman finales. Because of that balance, no single athlete enters with a complete advantage. Every day presents a new challenge.

Note: All times are local to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Day One — Thursday, April 23

Day Two — Friday, April 24

Day Three — Saturday, April 25

Day Four — Sunday, April 26

 

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2026 World’s Strongest Man Lineups/Groups

The 2026 lineup features 25 athletes from around the world. However, only 10 will reach the final. That makes the group stage one of the most brutal rounds in sports.

Each group contains five athletes. Only the top two competitors from every group advance after qualifying ends. Everyone else will see their title hopes end early.

So, the draw matters greatly. Some groups appear balanced, while others look loaded with contenders. Every point could decide advancement.

Group One

🇿🇦 Rayno Nel enters as the defending champion and headline name in this group. He now carries the pressure of repeating. That can change every event.

🇬🇧 Luke Richardson may be the biggest threat if healthy. His static strength remains elite. He could challenge for first place.

The rest of the group also offers danger. One mistake from a favorite could change everything. No heat comes easy at WSM.

Group Two

Group Two may be the deepest of all five groups. Multiple athletes here can qualify. That should create a fierce race.

🇬🇧 Tom Stoltman leads the headlines as a three-time champion. His experience in heats often matters greatly. Few know this stage better.

Yet 🇿🇦 Jaco Schoonwinkel and 🇲🇽 Austin Andrade look dangerous. Both have recent results that demand respect. This group could be decided late.

Group Three

🇨🇦 Mitchell Hooper enters as the clear star of this group. His consistency across events makes him difficult to beat. Qualifying formats often reward that balance.

However, 🇺🇸 Lucas Hatton and 🇦🇺 Eddie Williams can score quickly in explosive events. A fast opening day could shift pressure onto Hooper. Nothing will be handed to him.

Meanwhile, 🇬🇧 Paddy Haynes and 🇨🇿 Matyáš Funiok seek upset opportunities. One breakout performance can alter standings. Depth matters here.

Group Four

🇱🇻 Martins Licis gives this group immediate star power. When healthy, he remains one of the smartest athletes in the sport. His return always draws attention.

🇬🇧 Adam Bishop also brings veteran strength and major-event experience. He often performs well under pressure. That could matter late.

The rest of the field adds uncertainty. 🇺🇸 Bryce Johnson, 🇨🇦 James Jeffers and 🇨🇿 Ondrej Fojtu can all steal points. Favorites must stay sharp.

 

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Group Five

Group Five may become one of the most physical heats. Several athletes here thrive in brute-force events. Margins could stay tight.

🇺🇸 Trey Mitchell brings elite pressing power and years of experience. 🇺🇸 Evan Singleton brings aggression and momentum-driven performances. Their internal battle could shape the standings.

Then 🇺🇦 Pavlo Kordiyaka offers speed and athleticism. 🇬🇭 Evans Nana and 🇬🇧 Andrew Flynn complete a dangerous group. No easy points exist here.

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Overview

The 2026 World’s Strongest Man is shaping up as one of the hardest contests to predict. Even escaping the qualifying groups may require championship-level performances. That alone says much about the field.

Unpredictable events such as the squat lift and truck pull could quickly change standings. Those events reward versatility as much as raw strength. Adaptability may decide the winner.

Moreover, four previous champions are in the lineup, which raises the stakes further. Experience matters, but current form matters too. As a result, the title fight should be memorable.