World's Strongest Man
1977First contest (Universal Studios, California)
IMGProducer (TKO Group)
Mitchell Hooper2026 champion (2nd title)
Myrtle Beach, SC2026 host
5Most titles: Mariusz Pudzianowski
World's Strongest Man has crowned strongman's best-known champion since 1977. It is produced by IMG, part of TKO Group. Canada's Mitchell Hooper won his second title in 2026 at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, ahead of 2025 champion Rayno Nel and Trey Mitchell.
Current champions
| Title | Champion | Details |
|---|---|---|
| World's Strongest Man | Mitchell Hooper | 2026, Myrtle Beach |
Sources: Wikipedia: World's Strongest Man. Facts verified Oct 18, 2026.
Schedule
World's Strongest Man is held once a year; recent editions have taken place in the US in spring.
No dated events announced yet.
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Athletes
Latest World's Strongest Man results
| Event | Latest edition | Date | Headline result | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World's Strongest Man Final | 2026 World's Strongest Man | April 23–26, 2026 | Mitchell Hooper — Champion (54 points) | Results |
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Coverage led by Robert Wilson, Strength Sports Editor. Fact-checked by John Miller, Editor-in-Chief.