The Strongman Classic is Giants Live's arena showcase event.
The Strongman Classic is Giants Live's showcase at London's Royal Albert Hall each summer, with a small field of top athletes and events chosen to suit the historic arena.
Its events often include the Atlas stones, a deadlift and novelty implements such as Conan's Wheel and Webster stones.
Latest results
2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic — July 4, 2026, Royal Albert Hall, London, England.
Final standings (top five)
| Place | Athlete | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ondřej Fojtů | 50.5 |
| 2 | Paddy Haynes | 44.5 |
| 3 | Rayno Nel | 44.5 |
| 4 | Pavlo Kordiyaka | 40 |
| 5 | Martins Licis | 37.5 |
History & key moments
| Year | Moment |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Royal Albert Hall: Ondřej Fojtů wins |
A fan's guide
The Royal Albert Hall setting makes the Strongman Classic one of the most unusual strongman shows to attend, with events adapted to the historic venue.
The event is held each summer in London.
Our take
The Royal Albert Hall gives strongman a theatrical setting, and the Strongman Classic is the best-produced show on the Giants Live calendar. Fojtů's six-point win over Paddy Haynes and Rayno Nel in 2026 was his best result yet.
We expect the Classic to remain a pre-Rogue marker of form.
What's next
The 2027 Strongman Classic is expected in July at the Royal Albert Hall.
Latest coverage
Coverage of the next edition will appear here.
FAQ
Who won the 2026 Strongman Classic?
Ondřej Fojtů.
Where is the Strongman Classic held?
The Royal Albert Hall in London.
What is Conan's Wheel?
An event in which athletes carry a weight around a pivoting arm for as many degrees as possible.