Mammoth Strongman Challenge 2021 Results

January 24, 2021

Full results from the Mammoth Strength Challenge V hosted by Dave Waters and Iron Warrior LLC.

For those who were dying to see more from those pros who make Strongman so entertaining, the chance has come with the Mammoth Strength Challenge V. As competitors have geared up for an exciting event, organizers have worked tirelessly to make this event happen amidst COVID restrictions and extra precautions when dealing with large events. Promoter Dave Waters and Iron Warrior LLC have worked hard to make this event come to fruition in what was an exciting tandem contest alongside the Masters Nationals competition in Kentucky.

The Mammoth Strength Challenge V was held on January 23, 2021 in Bowling Green, Kentucky at the Western Kentucky University L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center. A test of sheer strength, endurance, and will, competitors fall into one of 16 divisions and will compete in 5 events. The top 3 competitors in each division and class received awards and the pride of taking the spots at the Mammoth Strength Challenge V.

Let’s take a look at some key details and results for this exciting event coming out of Bowling Green, Kentucky. With the Masters Nationals and Mammoth Strength Challenge V taking place simultaneously, this coming weekend was full of excitement, big weights, and potential broken records as these pros worked hard to take home this title and the respective prizes.

Key Details & Information

Due to restrictions, there was limited capacity for fans and others attending this event. There will be a live stream so you can see all of the action from the comfort of your own home. The fact this event happened is a testament to the promoters and those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this happen, as well as the athletes who were willing to battle once again in a contest full of grit and determination.

Men’s Divisions– LW/150/175/Masters LW, MW/200/231/Masters HW, HW/265/SHW, Novice LW less than 231, Novice HW more than 231

Women’s Divisions– LW/120/140, MW/160/180, HW more than 180, Novice LW, Novice HW

Events: Deadlift Medley, Overhead Medley, Truck Pull, Stone Carry, Yoke-Frame

Featured Athletes

These four athletes came fresh off competing at World’s Strongest Man and once again competed against each other for the title at the Mammoth Strength Challenge V.

Trey Mitchell

Earning his pro card in 2017, Mitchell was able to claim four top-two finishes in 5 events at the Strongman Corporation Nationals to give him his pro card and the chance to compete against the pros. Since his pro debut, Mitchell has won America’s Strongest Man, placed second at Giants Live North America, and has made the final at his first appearance at World’s Strongest Man. Ready to take on many challengers at this event, he showed up in his trademark cowboy hat ready to lock horns with the entire roster.

Bobby Thompson

The massive Virginian Thompson was another athlete to watch this weekend for he has packed on the muscle over the years and anything now seems possible for his titanic strength. He was locked into this competition making him dangerous and one to not sleep on. Nicknamed “The American Nightmare”, this strongman’s pre-event gaze is one to put shivers down your spine and once that whistle blows, it is game on. He is nearly always the first to push, pull, grab, and fight with zero concern for anything other than a win. Thompson has great pure pressing power, particularly with logs and axles.

Gabriel Pena

This 2019 American Super Heavyweight National Champion was hailed as a pro prospect a year prior to this incredible victory. However, a string of injuries set him back slightly from a faster shot at the pros. Pena brings the fire of a thousand hells with him to the competitive field. His youth, the road blocks he’s overcome to get his chance at the pro ranks, and his passion for strength all combine to give us an athlete with a burning desire to succeed.

Wesley Clayborn

Clayborn holds the American record in the Atlas Stone load at a whopping 565 pounds, exceeding the previous set by Brian Shaw. Only Tom Stoltman has surpassed him on the world stage. Clayborn holds the world record for the Keg Load and was, until quite recently, the most underrated strongman. With serious strength and a will to be the best, Clayborn is a threat to all competitors and cannot be overlooked.