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Powerlifter Alex Maher Obliterates All-Time World Record With 766.1lb Deadlift At 75kg Bodyweight

Alex Maher competed in United States Powerlifting Association (USPA) and hit a new ATWR three times in a row.

Written by Christine Beswick

Published on2 February, 2021 | 2:31 PM EDT

Updated on2 February, 2021 | 2:44 PM EDT

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This weekend, Alex Maher competed at the United States Powerlifting Association competition in Amarillo, Texas, and set an all-time-world-record with a deadlift of 347.5kg/766.1lb. Maher competed in the 75kg/165lb weight class and made four attempts.

Alex Maher Sets New All-Time-World Records

During the competition, each deadlift was heavier than the previous world record of 335kg/738.5lbs. Maher’s first attempt was not successful, but his second and third deadlifts got him into the all-time-world-record category.

Here are the numbers from his four attempts:

  • First Attempt: 337.5kg/744.1lb – Fail
  • Second Attempt: 337.5kg/744.1lb – Success, ATWR
  • Third Attempt: 347.5/766lb – Success, ATWR
  • Fourth Attempt (for world record only)  375kg/826.7lb – Fail

Competing With An Injury

Maher posted the competition results on his Instagram page, noting he had an injury while he set the record.
He also noted some performance tips that got him to the end of the game.

“Did quick USPA meet for shot at all time record deadlift and 5x bw.
Ankle got stomped and hand
got sprained from bullriding but still got it done.
337.5❌ 337.5 ✅ 347.5✅ 375 ❌ @ 75kg
Barley missed 5x bw from leaning too far back before down command but still walk away with a record.”

His fans couldn’t have been prouder. One said, “Awesome work, my brother…I’m proud of you.” Another said what they all were thinking, “This is what we are here for.”

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Maher posted the images of the winners on his page, and you can see how his ankle is impacted during the lifts. Maher’s ankle injuries were sustained prior to the competition.

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What is Next for Alex Maher?

With Alex Maher competing with multiple injuries and setting new ATWRs, his opponents will be worried.

Maher’s next competition will be at the USA Powerlifting Open in June 2021. He will lift in the same weight class and perform equipped deadlifts in a single-ply suit. His squat goal will be over 317.5kg/700lb.

Related: Build Strength and Size With The 15 Best Deadlift Variations

Alex Maher’s long-term goal however is to get a spot at the 2021 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Championships in November.


If you have any questions or need further clarification about this news, please leave a comment below, and Christine will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Christine is a staff writer, professional journalist and fellow human whose work has been seen in CNN, Yahoo, Schizophrenia Magazine, and more. She has a Psychology degree and has studied both psychology and science education at the graduate level. She received her first byline nearly 30 years ago and now enjoys writing about creating success. As a member of the Canadian Association of Journalists and Special Olympics coaching teams, she is inspired by any athlete chasing their next win. When not writing, Christine is chasing her next story or her avid CrossFit addiction.

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