Hafthor Bjornsson and Mitchell Hooper are ready to battle for arguably the most prized possession in the strength world — the Deadlift World Record. The two are set to go head-to-head at the 2026 Enhanced Games, which are taking place on May 24th in Las Vegas. Below is a full guide on how and when to watch the two Strongman icons take on the heaviest deadlift in history.
How to Watch 2026 Enhanced Games
The organizers of the 2026 Enhanced Games are hosting a free live broadcast of the action-packed day in Las Vegas. So, viewers from all around are able to enjoy the sight of world-class athletes achieving historic results across an array of sports, including Strongman, weightlifting, swimming, and more.
The livestream will be available on platforms like YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, Kick, and Roku, with the opening events starting at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT. Meanwhile, the main events will start following the performance of renowned DJ Alan Walker, which is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. PT.
When it comes to Hafthor Bjornsson and Mitchell Hooper, they will have three deadlift attempts each, which are separated into three segments, giving them time to rest and achieve optimal performance. The schedule for the deadlift is as follows:
- Deadlift segment one: 10:55 p.m. ET / 7:55 p.m. PT
- Deadlift segment two: 11:13 p.m. ET / 8:13 p.m. PT
- Deadlift segment three: 11:31 p.m. ET / 8:31 p.m. PT
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The 2026 Enhanced Games are based on the concept that athletes are allowed to improve their performance with substances that would usually be prohibited in the majority of mainstream sports. In doing so, the athletes are able to reach new heights and push the limits of what is humanly possible.
As far as Strongman goes, the invite was sent to two of the most prominent figures in the community. Hafthor Bjornsson is the current World Record holder with 510 kilograms (1,124.4 pounds), while Mitchell Hooper is the reigning World’s Strongest Man. As such, they are the perfect candidates to further improve the deadlift record.
Hafthor Bjornsson was the first to announce his appearance at the 2026 Enhanced Games, and he decided to completely clear his schedule, including withdrawing from the 2026 Arnold Strongman Classic. Being fully dedicated to the goal, Hafthor has set his sights on the 515-kilogram (1,135.4-pounds) deadlift.
On the other hand, Mitchell Hooper has never locked out half a ton or more on the deadlift but has been pretty close to it in the past while focusing on other goals as well. Hooper is coming off wins at the Arnold Strongman Classic and World’s Strongest Man, proving he is currently in incredible shape.
If Bjornsson or Hooper manage to break the Deadlift World Record, they will receive $250,000 in prize money for their achievement. Moreover, their lift will go down as one of the greatest achievements in history.
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The 2026 Enhanced Games are set to be one of the most interesting sporting events of the year, with Hafthor Bjornsson and Mitchell Hooper playing a major role. Furthermore, their rivalry will undoubtedly fuel the deadlift attempts, as both look to deliver their best possible performance in order to set a new record and claim the bragging rights.
