He shook himself out of the daydream and looked in the bag for the last set. It was empty, which really disappointed him. He’d been looking forward to persuading Natasha to model the Hawkeye set for him. Arnold Strongman Classic – Rogue Elephant Bar Deadlift – Full Live Stream Event 4". YouTube. Rogue Fitness. 4 March 2018. Archived from the original on 21 December 2021 . Retrieved 25 March 2018. Together with Unnar Helgi Danielsson, Dylan Sprouse, and Terry Crews, Hafþór is also a co-founder and brand ambassador of Thor's Skyr, a traditional Icelandic high-protein cultured dairy product high in probiotics and low in sugar. [152] [153] But Larratt has said his few weeks of training have helped him to find a new respect for professional boxers, of whom there will be many competing on the undercard on Saturday night. Guinness World Records (10 May 2020). "Heaviest Deadlift". guinnessworldrecords.com . Retrieved 25 March 2022.

a b Dr. Robert M. Goldman. "2023 International Sports Hall of Fame Inductee Hafþór Björnsson – Induction speech by Dr. Robert M. Goldman". YouTube . Retrieved 17 March 2023. Sebastian Oreb Became Hafthor Bjornsson's Coach After Just One Tip". barbend.com. 29 October 2020 . Retrieved 10 April 2022.Wertheim, Jon (5 July 2022). "Coming Down from The Mountain". SI.com. Meredith Corporation . Retrieved 21 August 2022. In his attempt to defend the title in 2019, Hafþór suffered a torn plantar fascia during the group stages and emerged in third place overall, behind Martins Licis and Mateusz Kieliszkowski, [54] thus achieving the longest continuous podium streak in World's Strongest Man history, with eight (2012–2019). Hafþór has also won more vehicle pulls, [55] stone events, [56] and medleys and loading races [57] than any other competitor in the history of the competition. Among the past winners who have managed to qualify for the finals at a 100% ratio, Hafþór and Mariusz Pudzianowski top the list, with nine finals out of nine appearances. In May 2020, Hafþór stated that he would not return to Giants Live or World's Strongest Man competitions. [58] Arnold Strongman Classic [ edit ]

Hafþór has also appeared in television as an actor, portraying "The Mountain" Ser Gregor Clegane in the HBO series Game of Thrones for five seasons. He is often simply referred to as "Thor" or "the Mountain", the latter due to his Game of Thrones character and his own massive size. [11] Shiffer, Emily (10 August 2020). "Hafthor Björnsson Just Announced His Retirement from Strongman". Men's Health . Retrieved 26 March 2022. Hafthor Bjornsson, the actor who rose to fame playing "The Mountain" on HBO's "Game of Thrones", is having a big few days. First, Bjornsson set a world record, deadlifting 1,104 pounds at his gym in Iceland. Now, it is confirmed that Bjornsson will face Eddie Hall in a boxing match in 2021. a b "Weightlifting: 'The Mountain' Bjornsson deadlifts 501 kg to set official world record". Reuters. 2 May 2020.

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I'm thrilled and I'm gaining massive respect for the boxing game," Larratt continued. "All the guys who do this professionally are just ridiculously high-level athletes. Cindy Boren (19 May 2014). " 'Game of Thrones' villain is second-strongest man in the world". The Washington Post . Retrieved 19 May 2014. Hafþór has had occasional sleep troubles in the past after heavy meals, due to his large body weight. [141] [142] In March 2017, he was diagnosed with Bell's palsy, which paralysed half of his face. [143] [133] In an interview, when asked if he had ever used steroids, Hafþór answered: "Yes, I have. When you want to be the best, you do whatever it takes". Hafþór did not provide further information related to the cycles or whether his use of the substances was ongoing; [144] [145] [146] however, he has never failed a drug test during his entire career. [147] Hafþór recovered from Bell's palsy later that year; however, he still has a slight facial droop on the right side. [148] Video: Hafthor Bjornsson Tears His Pec During 252.5-kg (556.7-lb) Bench Press Attempt". Fitness Volt. 15 April 2023 . Retrieved 17 April 2023.

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I am super excited to go to Dubai, everything is coming together. A lot of people are commenting online saying 'what is Eddie's next excuse going to be next?' Pepper came up with the concept for the line and asked me for design ideas.” She grinned at him. “It’s going to be a full line for both men and women. Briefs, trunks, boxers, boxer briefs, even bikinis for the men. And a variety of mix and match bras and panties for the women’s line. All six Avengers’ patterns will be available in each style.” I’m wearing it,” she said in her most seductive voice. Her heated look had him rising off the couch and stalking across the room toward her, indignation forgotten. As his first competition after an extended leave from Strongman due to his fight with Eddie Hall and attempt at the all-time raw powerlifting record, Hafthor has been confirmed in the lineup of the 2024 Arnold Strongman Classic. [65] [66] World's Ultimate Strongman [ edit ]Randall J. Strossen (19 June 2011). "Hafthor Julius Bjornsson Wins Iceland's Strongest Man". IronMind. Archived from the original on 23 June 2011 . Retrieved 4 March 2018. Hafthor Bjornsson Details Why He Chose to Retire from Strongman". Fitness Volt. 27 November 2020 . Retrieved 26 March 2022. a b "When EDDIE & HAFTHOR couldn't DEADLIFT over 400Kg!". YouTube.com. 19 September 2021 . Retrieved 21 September 2022. Randall J. Strossen (1 January 2015). "Hafthor Wins World's Strongest Viking, Sets Sights on World's Strongest Man". IronMind . Retrieved 4 March 2018. Andrews, Connor (20 March 2022). "Thor wins boxing's heaviest match as he sends Eddie Hall to the floor twice". talkSPORT . Retrieved 20 March 2022.