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Danny Grigsby (125KG) Records The Heaviest Raw Deadlift of 487.5-kg (1,074.8-lb) In Powerlifting History 

It looks like Danny Grigsby is well on his way to pulling 500 kilograms (1,102.23 pounds) raw.

Andrew Smith

Written by Andrew Smith

Updated by Ash, ACE, MSc

Last Updated onJuly 31, 2022

Danny Grigsby

Danny Grigsby - Image via @dmvpowerlifting Instagram

The 2022 WRPF American Pro took place in Manassas, VA on July 29-30, 2022. It featured amazing performances from powerlifters like John Haack, Blake Lehew, Tamara Walcott, and more. However, one guy managed to outshine them all with arguably the greatest lift in powerlifting history. That was Danny Grigsby, who blew everyone’s mind with a 487.5-kilogram (1,074.8-pound) raw deadlift. 

Not only did Danny Grigsby break the All-Time World Record in the 125-kilogram weight class, but he also scored the absolute heaviest official raw deadlift in history.  At the moment, he is aiming for a 500-kilogram (1,102.3-pound) deadlift, and his recent lift was heavier than those of many Strongman competitors who use lifting straps and deadlift suits.

Both 2017 WSM Eddie Hall and 2018 WSM Hafthor Bjornsson have been successful in pulling 500 kilograms. It’s obvious that strongman standards are different from powerlifting, which is why Danny’s recent lift is so impressive.

Danny Grigsby also held the previous U125KG All-Time Deadlift World Record of 440 kilograms (970 pounds), which he set at the 2021 WRPF The Bucked Up Showdown. However, he has now further improved it by 47.5 kilograms (104.7 pounds).

Danny Grigsby posted an Instagram story following the competition about his satisfaction with his performance.

“The American Pro is over. I am definitely happy with my performance. I squatted 771, benched 457, and pulled a 1,074 on my third. I just cracked 2,300-lb (Total), which was my goal.”

Check out Danny’s historic deadlift here:

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Related: Powerlifter Danny Grigsby Smokes A Huge 964 lbs (437.2 kg) Raw Deadlift Double

Danny Grigsby’s Full Performance

For the 2022 WRPF American Pro, Danny Grigsby moved from 140-kilogram to the 125-kilogram weight class. He weighed in at 121.7 kilograms (268.3 pounds), so he could have added another 3 kilograms of bodyweight. Danny was successful in eight lifts, missing out on his final bench press that he didn’t even try to lift.

Squat

  • 320 kilograms (705.5 pounds)
  • 340 kilograms (749.6 pounds)
  • 350 kilograms (771.6 pounds)

Bench Press

  • 195 kilograms (429.9 pounds)
  • 207.5 kilograms (457.5 pounds)
  • Did not attempt

Deadlift

  • 445 kilograms (981.1 pounds)
  • 467.5 kilograms (1,030.7 pounds)
  • 487.5 kilograms (1,074.8 pounds) — U125KG All-Time World Record & Heaviest Official Raw Deadlift In History

Total — 1045 kilograms (2,303.8 pounds)

Check out all of Grigsby’s lifts here

Related: Powerlifter Danny Grigsby Deadlifts Massive 915 lbs (415 kg) Raw For A New Three Rep PR

In his nine-year career, this was Danny Grigsby’s 15th official appearance. Aside from 11 victories, he also finished on a few podiums. Danny also holds deadlift World Records in both 125 and 140-kilogram weight classes. 

Danny Grigsby’s Competition History

Personal Bests

Equip Squat Bench Deadlift Total Dots
Raw 771.6 457.5 771.6 2303.8 597.37
Single-ply 733 196.93
Wraps 650.4 325.2 650.4 1675.5 457.95

Competition Results

Place Fed Date Competition Division Total Dots
2 WRPF 2022-07-29 American Pro Open 2303.8 597.37
Location USA-VA
Competition American Pro
Division Open
Age 28
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 268.3
Squat 705.5 749.6 771.6 771.6
Bench 429.9 457.5 457.5
Deadlift 981.1 1030.7 1074.8 -1102.3 1074.8
GLP 120.74
1 USPA 2022-03-26 Virginia Beach Classic 2 Open 2072.3 531.55
Location USA-VA
Competition Virginia Beach Classic 2
Division Open
Age 28
Equipment Raw
Class 308.6
Weight 277.6
Squat 556.7 606.3 606.3
Bench 402.3 424.4 440.9 440.9
Deadlift 948 1003.1 1025.1 1025.1
GLP 107.04
4 WRPF 2021-09-25 The Bucked Up Showdown Open 2116.4 548.63
Location USA-MO
Competition The Bucked Up Showdown
Division Open
Age 27
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 268.5
Squat 688.9 733 733
Bench -385.8 -413.4 413.4 413.4
Deadlift 920.4 970 -1003.1 970
GLP 110.88
1 USPA 2020-02-22 Iron Mongers Pro Day Open 2102.1 551.83
Location USA-CA
Competition Iron Mongers Pro Day
Division Open
Age 26
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 258.6
Squat 683.4 716.5 744.1 744.1
Bench 380.3 402.3 424.4 424.4
Deadlift 859.8 909.4 933.7 948 948
GLP 111.95
1 USPA 2019-03-16 California State Championships Open 1853 499
Location USA-CA
Competition California State Championships
Division Open
Age 25
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 241
Squat 650.4
Bench 380.3
Deadlift 843.3
GLP 101.87
DQ USPA 2018-02-03 DCS Winter Open Open
Location USA-CA
Competition DCS Winter Open
Division Open
Age 24
Equipment Wraps
Class 242.5
Weight 231.3
Squat 677.9
Bench 314.2
1 USPA 2018-02-03 DCS Winter Open Open 314.2 85.97
Location USA-CA
Competition DCS Winter Open
Division Open
Age 24
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 231.3
Bench 314.2
GLP 63.83
2 USPA 2017-02-11 DCS Winter Open Open 1697.6 459.58
Location USA-CA
Competition DCS Winter Open
Division Open
Age 23
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 237.7
Squat 661.4
Bench 330.7
Deadlift 705.5
GLP 93.92
1 WABDL 2015-03-14 North American Juniors 20-25 733 196.93
Location USA-OR
Competition North American
Division Juniors 20-25
Age 21
Equipment Single-ply
Class 242.5
Weight 242.5
Deadlift 745.2
1 USPA 2014-12-13 West Coast Regional Powerlifting Championships Juniors 20-23 1675.5 473.99
Location USA-OR
Competition West Coast Regional Powerlifting Championships
Division Juniors 20-23
Age 20
Equipment Raw
Class 220.5
Weight 214
Squat 639.3
Bench 303.1
Deadlift 733
GLP 97.38
1 USPA 2014-08-16 Washington State Summer Strength Wars Juniors 20-23 688.9 188.94
Location USA-WA
Competition Washington State Summer Strength Wars
Division Juniors 20-23
Age 20
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 230.1
Deadlift 688.9
1 USPA 2014-06-14 Oregon State Open Juniors 20-23 1675.5 457.95
Location USA-OR
Competition Oregon State Open
Division Juniors 20-23
Age 20
Equipment Wraps
Class 242.5
Weight 232
Squat 650.4
Bench 297.6
Deadlift 727.5
1 USPA 2013-11-30 West Coast Open Juniors 18-19 1576.3 442.26
Location USA-OR
Competition West Coast Open
Division Juniors 18-19
Age 19
Equipment Wraps
Class 220.5
Weight 218
Squat 606.3
Bench 325.2
Deadlift 644.9
1 USPA 2013-11-30 West Coast Open Open 1576.3 442.26
Location USA-OR
Competition West Coast Open
Division Open
Age 19
Equipment Wraps
Class 220.5
Weight 218
Squat 606.3
Bench 325.2
Deadlift 644.9
1 USPA 2013-08-24 Downings Gym Classic Juniors 18-19 1422 399.77
Location USA-OR
Competition Downings Gym Classic
Division Juniors 18-19
Age 19
Equipment Raw
Class 220.5
Weight 217
Squat 523.6
Bench 297.6
Deadlift 600.8
GLP 82.1
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: November 9, 2022

Powerlifter Danny Grigsby’s 487.5-kilogram (1,074.8-pound) deadlift is probably the greatest feat of strength of the modern era. Aside from his impressive lift, he also stands out for his grip strength. Some athletes like Jamal Browner and Krzysztof Wierzbicki have lifted heavier than Danny, but they did it in training and lifting straps which are not allowed in powerlifting. Danny Grigsby, on the other hand, only used a lifting belt to aid him in the lift. 

Published: 31 July, 2022 | 11:15 AM EDT

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