Wraps Bench Press Records - Men
All-time wraps bench press records for men, ranked by weight lifted across all weight classes and federations.
The all-time wraps bench press world record for men is 306.2 kg, set by Jim Williams at Men's World Powerlifting Championships on Nov 10, 1972. Source: OpenPowerlifting competition results.
Top 20 All-Time
| Rank | Athlete | Bench Press | Bodyweight | Weight Class | Meet | Date | DOTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jim Williams | 306.2 kg | - | 110+ kg | Men's World Powerlifting Championships | Nov 10, 1972 | - |
| 2 | Steve Bake | 292.6 kg | - | 140+ kg | North of the Border | Nov 7, 2020 | - |
| 3 | Rui Liu | 290.0 kg | - | 140 kg | East China Tournament | Apr 20, 2025 | - |
| 4 | Matthew Barba | 287.5 kg | - | 125 kg | Texas State Powerlifting Championships | Apr 30, 2016 | - |
| 5 | Aaron Lawrence | 285.8 kg | - | 125+ kg | RPI Toys for Tots | Dec 22, 2012 | - |
| 6 | Scott Prosek | 279.0 kg | - | 118 kg | Kansas City Powerlifting and Bench Press Championship | May 10, 2014 | - |
| 7 | Rocky Ruiz | 272.5 kg | - | 110 kg | The Lift Angry | May 15, 2021 | - |
| 8 | Edward Blair | 260.5 kg | - | 100 kg | Power Surge Pro/AM V | Oct 23, 2021 | - |
| 9 | Andrey Sapozhonkov | 260.0 kg | - | 90 kg | World Championships | Dec 6, 2025 | - |
| 10 | Scott Smith | 249.5 kg | - | 125.1 kg | Clash of the Titans II | Apr 18, 2009 | - |
| 11 | Christopher Crisman | 244.9 kg | - | 90+ kg | Finals | Mar 6, 2015 | - |
| 12 | Mariusz Pilinski | 242.5 kg | - | 100+ kg | Irish Pro Invitational IV | Sep 21, 2019 | - |
| 13 | Maliek Derstine | 237.5 kg | - | 82.5 kg | World Powerlifting Championships | Nov 12, 2015 | - |
| 14 | Jesse Kellum | 235.9 kg | - | 102.5 kg | Clash of the Titans II | Apr 18, 2009 | - |
| 15 | Randall Harris | 235.9 kg | - | 125.1+ kg | Clash of the Titans II | Apr 18, 2009 | - |
| 16 | John Jahn | 235.0 kg | - | 145+ kg | Senior & Police Nationals | Jun 13, 1999 | - |
| 17 | Mike Kromer | 231.3 kg | - | 136.5+ kg | Pacific Northwest Powerlifting Championships | Dec 9, 2013 | - |
| 18 | Barry Pigott | 230.0 kg | - | 105 kg | Pro | Aug 25, 2018 | - |
| 19 | Oleksandr Gensitskyy | 230.0 kg | - | 155 kg | World Championships | May 14, 2015 | - |
| 20 | Jake Brennan | 227.5 kg | - | 120+ kg | Powerlifting Series 5 | Nov 29, 2020 | - |
Record by Weight Class
The wraps bench press record holder in every men's weight class.
Record Progression History
How the all-time wraps bench press record has progressed over time.
| Date | Athlete | Bench Press | Weight Class | Meet | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | 120+ kg | - | +- | |
| - | - | 120+ kg | - | +- | |
| - | - | 120+ kg | - | +- | |
| - | - | 120+ kg | - | - |
Records Over Time
wraps bench press records for men by year.
| Year | Bench Press Record |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 210.0 kg |
| 2019 | 222.5 kg |
| 2020 | 227.5 kg |
| 2021 | 207.0 kg |
About Wraps Bench Press Records
The wraps bench press has been one of the most closely watched record categories in competitive powerlifting. The bench press is often considered the most technical of the three powerlifts. Setting a bench press record demands precise bar path, powerful chest and tricep strength, and the ability to maintain a legal pause on the chest before pressing to lockout.
Wraps-division records highlight the impact that knee wraps can have on performance. Modern competition wraps are engineered for maximum energy storage and can contribute meaningfully to a lifter's squat and total. The wraps division bridges the gap between raw and fully equipped lifting, offering a middle ground for lifters who want additional knee support without wearing a full squat suit.
Want to see how your bench press compares? Use our percentile calculator to see where you rank among all competition lifters, or visit the strength standards page for a detailed breakdown by weight class. View all record categories on the records overview.