BIRMINGHAM: Icelandic strongman Hafþór “Thor” Björnsson has redefined the limits of human strength after pulling a staggering 510kg (1,124lb) to set a new deadlift world record at the 2025 World Deadlift Championships in Birmingham on Saturday.
The 36-year-old, best known to many as The Mountain from Game of Thrones, executed the historic lift with remarkable control, surpassing his own previous records of 501kg in 2020 and 505kg in July 2025.
The feat has been officially recognised as the heaviest deadlift in history.
Standing 6ft 9in and weighing around 200kg, Thor made the monumental attempt look almost effortless, sparking awe among fans and commentators worldwide. Reactions poured in across social media, with many hailing him as the undisputed strongest man of all time.
The record also capped off a triumphant night for Thor, who went on to claim victory at the Giants Live World Open, his first win at the event in six years.
With this achievement, Thor becomes the only person in history to break the 500kg barrier three times in a row, cementing his legacy as a true titan of strength sports.
