Defending Champion Mitchell Hooper Retains Lead After Thrilling Power Drive Event at 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational
The second day of the highly anticipated 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational saw the defending champion, Mitchell Hooper, maintain his position atop the leaderboard, holding a four-point advantage over 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) titleholder Hafthor Björnsson. Three-time reigning WSM Tom Stoltman trailed Hooper by seven points heading into the day’s events.
The Power Drive Event
The first challenge of the day was the grueling Power Drive, which incorporated a 750-pound power drive, a 375-pound, 40-foot Husafell bag carry, and a 650-pound sled pull, all to be completed within a 90-second time cap.
In a standout performance, Tom Stoltman claimed his first event win of the weekend, crossing the finish line nearly five seconds ahead of Björnsson. Stoltman’s final time of 1:04.81 set the bar for the other competitors.
“This event was a true test of power and endurance, and I’m thrilled to have come out on top,” said Stoltman. “The competition is fierce, but I’m determined to make a strong showing this weekend.”
Hafthor Björnsson secured second place in the event with a time of 1:09.04, followed by Mitchell Hooper in third at 1:21.21. The remaining athletes’ times were:
- Pavlo Kordiyaka (1:26.95)
- Evan Singleton (1:28.02)
- Luke Stoltman (CAP + 1)
- Bobby Thompson (CAP + 1)
- Tristain Hoath (CAP + 1)
- Mathew Ragg (CAP + 1)
- Thomas Evans (CAP + 2)
Upcoming Events
The action-packed schedule continues with the Strongwoman Event 5 – Yoke Escalator at 10:15 a.m. EST, followed by the Strongman Event 5 – Yoke Escalator at 10:30 a.m. EST. The day will conclude with the Strongwoman Event 6 – Circus Medley at 1:45 p.m. EST and the Strongman Event 6 – Circus Medley at 2:10 p.m. EST.
Stay tuned for more thrilling updates from the 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational.
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