The Giants Live World Open is a major stop on the Giants Live tour.
Giants Live runs the UK-based strongman tour that serves as a qualifying route for World's Strongest Man. Its September open — billed as the Strongman Open alongside the World Deadlift Championships in 2026 — is one of the tour's main stops.
Events typically include stones, a max deadlift and a medley.
Latest results
2026 Giants Live Strongman Open — September 5, 2026, Birmingham, England.
Final standings (top five)
| Place | Athlete | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson | Iceland | 50.5 |
| 2 | Evans Nana Aryee | Ghana | 45.5 |
| 3 | Matyáš Funiok | Czech Republic | 44 |
| 4 | Ben Glasscock | United Kingdom | 35.5 |
| 5 | Trey Mitchell | USA | 34 |
History & key moments
| Year | Moment |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Birmingham: Hafþór Björnsson wins; Raul Flores deadlifts 511 kg |
A fan's guide
Giants Live shows are designed for arena crowds: a handful of events, big implements and record attempts, with commentary built for live audiences.
Events stream through Giants Live's partners.
Our take
Giants Live events are short, arena-based and built for live crowds, which makes them some of the best strongman shows to attend. The deadlift championship gives the September event a record-breaking focus.
Björnsson's 2026 win shows he remains a force in overall contests.
What's next
Giants Live's 2027 calendar will be announced in early 2027.
Latest coverage
Coverage of the next edition will appear here.
FAQ
Who won the 2026 Giants Live Strongman Open?
Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson.
Where was it held?
Birmingham, England, on September 5, 2026.
Is Giants Live a WSM qualifier?
Yes, the tour awards qualifying places for World's Strongest Man.