Tag: 2023 Kaos Classic

Strongwoman Victoria Long Deadlifts 297-kg (654.8-lb) at 2023 Kaos Classic Record Breakers

Strongwoman Victoria Long Deadlifts 297-kg (654.8-lb) at 2023 Kaos Classic Record Breakers

Victoria Long is a name that pops up in every debate about who the strongest woman alive is. She has earned this status through numerous mind-blowing feats of strength and prestigious titles that she has claimed. While every event is solid for Victoria, she still has her favorites, and one of those is the deadlift. Even to such an extent that she almost broke the World Record at the 2023 Kaos Classic Record Breakers. However, she fell 3 kilograms (6.6 pounds) short, managing to lock out 297 kilograms (654.8 pounds) on her heaviest successful attempt.
Victoria Long attended the 2023 Kaos Classic for the sole purpose of attempting to break the World Record, which is currently held by Lucy Underdown. Lucy set the record in 2021 by locking out 300 kilograms (661.4 pounds). Unfortunately for Victoria, she was not able to claim the record for herself.
Victoria Long made her 297-kilogram (654.8-pound) deadlift look extremely easy. In turn, everyone thought that she would set a new World Record. To be fair, Victoria probably would have set the new record had she chosen to break it by a small increment. However, she opted for a massive jump to 700 pounds (317.5 kilograms), which would demolish Lucy’s record. Unfortunately, while trying to pull the weight off the floor, Victoria suffered a hamstring injury. She has not revealed the severity of it, but this injury will definitely set her back a bit.
Watch Victoria Long’s 297-kg (654.8-lb) deadlift here:

Related: 2022 Arnold Pro Strongwoman Results – Victoria Long Wins
It is not clear how the hamstring injury will impact Victoria Long’s future, or when she will be able to compete. She won the 2022 Shaw Classic Open for women. So, she was expected to come back and attempt to defend her title. With the competition set to take place on August 19-20, in Loveland, Colorado, it all depends on how serious Victoria’s injury is.
The Shaw Classic is not the only major title that Victoria Long has under her name, as she has in fact won the past five consecutive competitions in which she took part. Those include two Arnold Strongwoman Classics and two America’s Strongest Woman competitions.
During the 2023 Arnold Strongwoman Classic, Victoria Long also managed to set a new 651-pound (295.3-kilogram) Elephant Bar Deadlift World Record. So that is another proof of how impressive Victoria is at this event.

Related: Strongwoman Lucy Underdown Locks Out 310-kg (683.4-lb) Unofficial Deadlift World Record & PR
By the time Victoria Long comes back from her injury, the World Record mark could be pushed back further by Lucy Underdown, who also aims to lock out 700 pounds (317.5 kilograms). Regardless, Victoria proved that she will fiercely fight for the World Record. The healthy rivalry between these two incredible women will also bring enjoyment to the fans and move the sport of Strongwoman in the right direction.
Published: 28 July, 2023 | 3:57 PM EDT

Powerlifter John Haack (U90KG) Takes Bronze In His Strongman Debut at 2023 Kaos Classic

Powerlifter John Haack (U90KG) Takes Bronze In His Strongman Debut at 2023 Kaos Classic

John Haack is regarded as potentially the greatest pound-for-pound powerlifter in history, since he set multiple World Records. John is incredibly strong, but he decided to test his skills in Strongman, which involves a bit more unconventional events. After some training, John took part in the 2023 U90KG Kaos Classic, which took place on July 23rd, in the UK. Despite it being his Strongman debut, John managed to finish in third place, which is beyond impressive.
2023 Kaos Classic Point Standings

Dan Benson – 117.5 points
Nick O’Hare – 102 points
John Haack – 102 points
Benjamin Donin – 100 points
Jim Mitchell – 98.5 points
Mike Deli – 98 points
Tyler Davis – 91 points
CJ Krause – 89 points
Leigh Shaw -87.5 points
Tyler Young – 83 points

John Haack’s Performance
The lineup for the 2023 U90KG Kaos Classic was huge, having featured 23 athletes. So, John Haack managed to outperform 20 of his rivals. In fact, he almost finished in second place, but John and Nick O’Hare had the same points in the end. Unfortunately, John lost the tie-breaker and dropped down to third place.
Event One — Max Log Press
The first event of the competition was the Log Press for max weight. John Haack managed to lock out 130 kilograms (286.6 pounds) and tie for 11th place. The Log Press is a very technical event. So, Haack’s adaptation to it in a short time is praiseworthy.

Related: Powerlifter John Haack Cracks 415-kg (914.9-lb) Raw Deadlift PR Ahead of 2023 Ghost Clash
Event Two — Axle Deadlift
The second event was more up John Haack’s alley, as the deadlift is one of the three events in powerlifting as well. So, with the task being to perform as many reps with 290 kilograms (639.3 pounds), John managed to finish second. His final score was 10 repetitions, just one less than the winner of the event, Dan Benson.
However, Dan Benson and other athletes put on a deadlift suit for this event, while John Haack completed it with just a lifting belt and lifting straps.

Related: Powerlifter John Haack Cruises Through a Humongous 275-kg (606-lb) Raw Bench Press PR
Event Three — Husafell Distance
The third event tasked the athletes with picking up and carrying a 150-kilogram (330.7-pound) Sandbag Husafell and carrying it for max distance. John was surprisingly good in this event, finishing in third place with a distance of 65.90 meters.
Event Four — Farmer’s Carry
For the fourth event, the athletes had to pick up a 135-kilogram (297.6-pound) Farmer’s Carry implement in each hand and carry it for three lengths of 10 meters as quickly as possible. John Haack’s grip strength from raw deadlifts transferred well to this event, securing him a fourth-place finish with a time of 27.09 seconds.
Event Five — Yoke Into Sandbag Load
The fifth event was devastating for John Haack since he finished in 15th place and lost a lot of points. He was able to complete the 340-kilogram Yoke carry and one of the 120-kilogram Sandbag loads in a time of 21.26 seconds. Had he performed better in this event, John would have had a legitimate chance at winning the competition.
Event Six — Power Stairs
The final event of the competition was the Power Stairs, and John Haack spent some time preparing for them in training. So, it is no surprise that he won the event and took max points. In fact, it only took him 27.92 seconds to carry 160-kg / 170-kg / 180-kg implements up a flight of three stairs.
However, he then had to perform a Husafell Hold tiebreaker for second place against Nick O’Hare, but lost as he was the first man to drop the implement.

Related: Elite Powerlifter and Bodybuilder Hunter Henderson Wins Her Debut Strongwoman Competition
John Haack Powerlifting Competition History

Personal Bests

Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots

Raw
782.6
600.8
782.6
2270.8
661.52

Wraps
722
446.4
722
1885
579.97

Competition Results

Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots

1
WRPF
2023-02-18

The Ghost Clash 2

Pro Open

2226.7

643.28

Location

USA-FL

Competition
The Ghost Clash 2

Division
Pro Open

Age
30

Equipment
Raw

Class
220.5

Weight
204.6

Squat
705.5
749.6
782.6

782.6

Bench
523.6
562.2
-595.2

562.2

Deadlift
826.7
881.8
-909.4

881.8

GLP
132.27

1
USPA
2022-09-24

Pro Raw Championships

Open

2270.8

646.87

Location

USA-MO

Competition
Pro Raw Championships

Division
Open

Age
29

Equipment
Raw

Class
220.5

Weight
210.8

Squat
700
744.1
766.1

766.1

Bench
529.1
567.7
600.8

600.8

Deadlift
826.7
-870.8
903.9

903.9

GLP
132.95

1
WRPF
2022-07-29

American Pro

Open

2254.2

661.52

Location

USA-VA

Competition
American Pro

Division
Open

Age
29

Equipment
Raw

Class
198.4

Weight
198.2

Squat
716.5
760.6
-805.8

760.6

Bench
523.6
562.2
589.7

589.7

Deadlift
815.7
870.8
903.9

903.9

GLP
136.01

1
USPA
2022-01-15

Hybrid Showdown 4

Open

2182.6

630.87

Location

USA-FL

Competition
Hybrid Showdown 4

Division
Open

Age
28

Equipment
Raw

Class
220.5

Weight
204.4

Squat
683.4
733
-755.1

733

Bench
523.6
562.2
589.7

589.7

Deadlift
-826.7
859.8
-903.9

859.8

GLP
129.72

1
WRPF
2021-09-25

The Bucked Up Showdown

Open

2216.7

651.99

Location

USA-MO

Competition
The Bucked Up Showdown

Division
Open

Age
28

Equipment
Raw

Class
198.4

Weight
197.3

Squat
711
749.6
-766.1

749.6

Bench
518.1
551.2
579.8

579.8

Deadlift
804.7
848.8
887.4

887.4

GLP
134.04

2
WRPF
2021-04-24

Kern US Open

Open

2138.5

627.2

Location

USA-CA

Competition
Kern US Open

Division
Open

Age
28

Equipment
Raw

Class
198.4

Weight
198.4

Squat
666.9
711
744.1

744.1

Bench
512.6
556.7
578.7

578.7

Deadlift
815.7
-881.8
-881.8

815.7

GLP
128.95

1
WRPF
2021-02-20

Hybrid Showdown III

Open

2133

625.94

Location

USA-FL

Competition
Hybrid Showdown III

Division
Open

Age
28

Equipment
Raw

Class
198.4

Weight
198.2

Squat
661.4
705.5
727.5

727.5

Bench
501.6
551.2
573.2

573.2

Deadlift
760.6
832.2
-883

832.2

GLP
128.69

1
WRPF
2020-09-26

The Showdown

Open

2066.8

607.55

Location

USA-MO

Competition
The Showdown

Division
Open

Age
27

Equipment
Raw

Class
198.4

Weight
197.5

Squat
655.9
-705.5
-722

655.9

Bench
496
534.6
562.2

562.2

Deadlift
749.6
804.7
848.8

848.8

GLP
124.91

1
USPA
2020-01-18

Metroflex Powermania

Open

2055.8

603.97

Location

USA-WI

Competition
Metroflex Powermania

Division
Open

Age
26

Equipment
Raw

Class
198.4

Weight
197.8

Squat
-633.8
683.4
722

722

Bench
468.5
496
523.6

523.6

Deadlift
727.5
793.7
810.2

810.2

GLP
124.17

1
USPA
2019-08-03

The Tribute

Open

2000.7

615.16

Location

USA-TX

Competition
The Tribute

Division
Open

Age
26

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.7

Squat
688.9

Bench
512.6

Deadlift
799.2

GLP
126.08

1
USPA
2019-04-20

Razors Barbell Mayhem

Open

1962.1

602.88

Location

USA-WI

Competition
Razors Barbell Mayhem

Division
Open

Age
26

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.9

Squat
677.9

Bench
501.6

Deadlift
782.6

GLP
123.58

1
USA-UA
2018-12-15

Hybrid Deadlift Invitational

Open

771.6

237.25

Location

USA-FL

Competition
Hybrid Deadlift Invitational

Division
Open

Age
25

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.7

Deadlift
771.6

1
USPA
2018-12-15

Florida SLG Series Presents Hybrid Performance Method

Open

1929

593.13

Location

USA-FL

Competition
Florida SLG Series Presents Hybrid Performance Method

Division
Open

Age
25

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.7

Squat
666.9

Bench
496

Deadlift
766.1

GLP
121.57

1
USPA
2018-08-25

The Tribute

Open

1818.8

560.01

Location

USA-TX

Competition
The Tribute

Division
Open

Age
25

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.2

Squat
589.7

Bench
490.5

Deadlift
738.5

GLP
114.76

DQ
USPA
2018-05-12

Kern US Open

Open

Location

USA-CA

Competition
Kern US Open

Division
Open

Age
25

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.4

1
WRPF
2017-08-25

Boss of Bosses 4

Pro MR-O

1736.1

534.55

Location

USA-CA

Competition
Boss of Bosses 4

Division
Pro MR-O

Age
24

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.2

Squat
606.3

606.3

Bench
402.3

402.3

Deadlift
661.4
700
727.5

727.5

GLP
109.55

2
USPA
2017-04-15

CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships

LW

1885

579.97

Location

USA-CA

Competition
CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships

Division
LW

Age
24

Equipment
Wraps

Class
181.9

Weight
181.4

Squat
722

Bench
446.4

Deadlift
716.5

1
USAPL
2016-10-13

Raw Nationals

MR-Jr

1785.7

547.19

Location

USA-GA

Competition
Raw Nationals

Division
MR-Jr

Age
23

Equipment
Raw

Class
183

Weight
182.8

Squat
611.8
-639.3
661.4

661.4

Bench
407.9
429.9
-446.4

429.9

Deadlift
661.4
694.5
-716.5

694.5

GLP
112.19

1
USAPL
2016-10-13

Raw Nationals

MR-O

1785.7

547.19

Location

USA-GA

Competition
Raw Nationals

Division
MR-O

Age
23

Equipment
Raw

Class
183

Weight
182.8

Squat
611.8
-639.3
661.4

661.4

Bench
407.9
429.9
-446.4

429.9

Deadlift
661.4
694.5
-716.5

694.5

GLP
112.19

1
IPF
2016-06-19

World Classic Powerlifting Championships

Open

1792.4

549.59

Location

USA-TX

Competition
World Classic Powerlifting Championships

Division
Open

Age
23

Equipment
Raw

Class
183

Weight
182.5

Squat
595.2
628.3
657

657

Bench
407.9
429.9
440.9

440.9

Deadlift
644.9
683.4
694.5

694.5

GLP
112.68

1
USAPL
2015-10-15

Raw Nationals

MR-O

1736.1

533.81

Location

USA-PA

Competition
Raw Nationals

Division
MR-O

Age
22

Equipment
Raw

Class
183

Weight
181.7

Squat
545.6
578.7
600.8

600.8

Bench
402.3
418.9
429.9

429.9

Deadlift
633.8
677.9
705.5

705.5

GLP
109.41

1
USAPL
2015-10-15

Raw Nationals

MR-Jr

1736.1

533.81

Location

USA-PA

Competition
Raw Nationals

Division
MR-Jr

Age
22

Equipment
Raw

Class
183

Weight
181.7

Squat
545.6
578.7
600.8

600.8

Bench
402.3
418.9
429.9

429.9

Deadlift
633.8
677.9
705.5

705.5

GLP
109.41

1
USAPL
2015-06-13

Badger Open

MR-O

1648

509.17

Location

USA-WI

Competition
Badger Open

Division
MR-O

Age
22

Equipment
Raw

Class
183

Weight
180.1

Squat
551.2
584.2
-600.8

584.2

Bench
-385.8
385.8
-424.4

385.8

Deadlift
650.4
677.9
-688.9

677.9

GLP
104.3

1
RUPC
2015-02-07

Raw Unity VIII

M-MW

1708.6

529.81

Location

USA-FL

Competition
Raw Unity VIII

Division
M-MW

Age
22

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
179

Squat
562.2
606.3
-617.3

606.3

Bench
-396.8
402.3
-429.9

402.3

Deadlift
661.4
700
-705.5

700

GLP
108.49

1
UPA
2014-07-19

Iron Battle on the Mississippi

MJR-AD

1708.6

525.34

Location

USA-IA

Competition
Iron Battle on the Mississippi

Division
MJR-AD

Age
21

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.7

Squat
551.2
589.7
611.8

611.8

Bench
369.3
407.9
418.9

418.9

Deadlift
628.3
677.9
-705.5

677.9

GLP
107.67

2
RUPC
2014-02-07

Raw Unity VII

M-LW

1620.4

497.88

Location

USA-FL

Competition
Raw Unity VII

Division
M-LW

Age
21

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
181.9

Squat
512.6
567.7
589.7

589.7

Bench
-352.7
369.3
-385.8

369.3

Deadlift
600.8
661.4
-705.5

661.4

GLP
102.05

1
USAPL
2013-06-15

Badger Open

MR-O

1482.6

460.36

Location

USA-WI

Competition
Badger Open

Division
MR-O

Age
20

Equipment
Raw

Class
181.9

Weight
178.6

Squat
-485
507.1
540.1

540.1

Bench
297.6
325.2
-341.7

325.2

Deadlift
556.7
589.7
617.3

617.3

GLP
94.25

Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023

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It is not clear if John Haack plans on continuing his journey in Strongman, but he definitely has loads of talent for it. Powerlifting, however, remains his first love and he is also the undisputed champion of his weight class. There are numerous possibilities, so it remains to be seen what John thinks is best for him.
Published: 28 July, 2023 | 11:26 AM EDT