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Powerlifter Ray Williams (+120KG) Secures His Seventh National Title At 2023 AMP Classic Open Nationals

Ray Williams begins his comeback journey with an impressive victory at the AMP Nationals.

Vedad Tabakovic

Written by Vedad Tabakovic

Last Updated onFebruary 28, 2023

Ray Williams

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Ray Williams is a powerlifting legend known for his incredible strength and remarkable feats in the sport. He is best known for setting the heaviest raw squat record in history, which still stands to this day. Ray also competed at the 2023 Powerlifting America (AMP) Classic Open Nationals on February 24th, where he won his seventh national title, and cemented himself as a living icon of strength sports. 

Ray Williams has been in the powerlifting scene for quite some time now, and his journey to the top has been remarkable. He started lifting weights at a young age and gradually progressed to powerlifting. His first major achievement came in 2013 when he won the USAPL Raw Nationals. Since then, he has won several national and international titles, including the IPF World Championship five times.

Ray Williams’ dedication to the sport is admirable, considering he has faced several setbacks, including injuries and other challenges. However, he has never given up and has always come back stronger. In the past few years, Ray has not been competing seriously due to his injuries, which has affected his performance. However, he has been working tirelessly to recover and regain his strength, and his recent win at the 2023 Powerlifting America Classic Open Nationals is a clear indication that he is back and ready to compete at the highest level.

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Ray Williams’ Full Performance

At the 2023 Powerlifting America Classic Open Nationals, Ray competed in the +120-kilogram weight class and won with ease. Despite the absence of last year’s champion, Jesus Olivares, Ray put up an incredible show, demonstrating his immense strength and power. His performance was not as good as he would have liked, but he still won comfortably, which shows the extent of his dominance. Unfortunately, Ray did not manage to set any new competition PRs, as he is still not recovered fully.

Ray Williams’ lifts at the competition were impressive, with his squat being the standout performance once again. He managed to lift an incredible 435 kilograms (959 pounds), which is an astonishing feat considering that he is still recovering from injuries. His bench press was not as successful as he missed his third attempt at 230 kilograms (507 pounds). Nevertheless, he managed to lift an impressive 225 kilograms (496 pounds) on his second attempt. Moving on to the deadlift, Ray lifted 340 kilograms (749.5 pounds) on his second attempt, but failed to lift 355 kilograms (782.6 pounds) on his third attempt.

Squat

  • 395 kilograms (870.8 pounds)
  • 415 kilograms (914.9 pounds)
  • 435 kilograms (959 pounds)

Competition PR: 490 kilograms (1,080.2 pounds) — 2019 USAPL Arnold SBD Pro American

Bench Press

  • 215 kilograms (474 pounds)
  • 225 kilograms (496 pounds)
  • (Unsuccessful) 230 kilograms (507 pounds)

Competition PR: 247.5 kilograms (545.6 pounds) — 2019 USAPL Arnold SBD Pro American

Deadlift

  • 320 kilograms (705.4 pounds)
  • 340 kilograms (749.5 pounds)
  • (Unsuccessful) 355 kilograms (782.6 pounds)

Competition PR: 398.5 kilograms (878.5 pounds) — 2018 IPF World Classic Powerlifting Championships

Total — 1,000 kilograms (2,204.6 pounds)

Competition PR: 1,112.5 kilograms (2,452.6 pounds) — 2019 USAPL Arnold SBD Pro American

Watch the lifts here:

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The 2023 AMP Classic Open Nationals were the 26th sanctioned powerlifting appearance for Ray Williams, and his 22nd victory. In light of Ray’s stats, it seems obvious that once he builds momentum, he is unbeatable. Therefore, it will be interesting to see what happens next.

Ray Williams Competition History

Personal Bests

Equip Squat Bench Deadlift Total Dots
Raw 1080.3 545.6 1080.3 2452.6 564.96
Wraps 800 415 800 1825 441.54

Competition Results

Place Fed Date Competition Division Total Dots
19 USAPL 2021-12-04 Virginia Pro MR-O 2254.2 514.98
Location USA-VA
Competition Virginia Pro
Division MR-O
Age 35
Equipment Raw
Weight 427.7
Squat 903.9 959 1003.1 1003.1
Bench 468.5 490.5 -501.6 490.5
Deadlift 672.4 727.5 760.6 760.6
GLP 99.46
1 USAPL 2019-10-16 Raw Nationals MR-O 2066.8 482.75
Location USA-IL
Competition Raw Nationals
Division MR-O
Age 33
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 390.6
Squat 832.2 881.8 -925.9 881.8
Bench 418.9 440.9 -463 440.9
Deadlift 694.5 738.5 744.1 744.1
GLP 93.82
DQ IPF 2019-06-04 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open
Location Sweden
Competition World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division Open
Age 32
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 388.3
Squat -970 -970 -970
Bench 275.6 -385.8 -385.8 275.6
1 USAPL 2019-03-02 Arnold SBD Pro American MR-O 2452.6 562.77
Location USA-OH
Competition Arnold SBD Pro American
Division MR-O
Age 32
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 419.8
Squat 992.1 -1052.7 1080.3 1080.3
Bench 501.6 523.6 545.6 545.6
Deadlift 782.6 826.7 -876.3 826.7
GLP 108.83
1 USAPL 2018-10-11 Raw Nationals MR-O 2364.5 544.89
Location USA-WA
Competition Raw Nationals
Division MR-O
Age 32
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 412.3
Squat -975.5 986.6 -1014.1 986.6
Bench 485 507.1 529.1 529.1
Deadlift 799.2 848.8 -881.8 848.8
GLP 105.5
1 IPF 2018-06-06 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open 2388.7 548.93
Location Canada
Competition World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division Open
Age 31
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 417.1
Squat -975.5 975.5 -1053.8 975.5
Bench 490.5 512.6 534.6 534.6
Deadlift 782.6 832.2 878.5 878.5
GLP 106.2
1 USAPL 2018-03-03 The Arnold SBD Pro American MR-O 2408.5 554.75
Location USA-OH
Competition The Arnold SBD Pro American
Division MR-O
Age 31
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 413.2
Squat 975.5 1030.7 1069.2 1069.2
Bench -479.5 501.6 518.1 518.1
Deadlift 788.2 821.2 -837.8 821.2
GLP 107.4
1 USAPL 2017-10-10 Raw National Championships MR-O 2386.5 553.04
Location USA-FL
Competition Raw National Championships
Division MR-O
Age 31
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 403
Squat 975.5 1030.7 -1080.3 1030.7
Bench -501.6 501.6 523.6 523.6
Deadlift 788.2 832.2 -870.8 832.2
GLP 107.25
1 IPF 2017-06-14 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open 2403 558.09
Location Belarus
Competition World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division Open
Age 30
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 399.5
Squat 992.1 1036.2 1036.2
Bench 496 518.1 534.6 534.6
Deadlift 788.2 832.2 -866.4 832.2
GLP 108.29
1 NAPF 2017-03-04 Arnold Slingshot Pro American Open 2436.1 564.96
Location USA-OH
Competition Arnold Slingshot Pro American
Division Open
Age 30
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 401.8
Squat 970 1026.3 1052.7 1052.7
Bench 496 -518.1 518.1 518.1
Deadlift 766.1 815.7 865.3 865.3
GLP 109.58
1 USAPL 2016-10-13 Raw Nationals MR-O 2378.8 554.95
Location USA-GA
Competition Raw Nationals
Division MR-O
Age 30
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 392.4
Squat 903.9 959 1005.3 1005.3
Bench 496 518.1 529.1 529.1
Deadlift 749.6 793.7 844.4 844.4
GLP 107.82
1 IPF 2016-06-19 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open 2299.4 531.58
Location USA-TX
Competition World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division Open
Age 29
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 407
Squat 865.3 914.9 965.6 965.6
Bench 496 518.1 540.1 540.1
Deadlift 749.6 793.7 -827.8 793.7
GLP 103.01
1 NAPF 2016-03-05 Arnolds Slingshot Pro American Open 2232.2 518.73
Location USA-OH
Competition Arnolds Slingshot Pro American
Division Open
Age 29
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 398.5
Squat -859.8 -909.4 909.4 909.4
Bench 496 518.1 -540.1 518.1
Deadlift 727.5 771.6 804.7 804.7
GLP 100.67
G AsianPF 2015-12-13 Asia-Oceania Raw Championships Open 2223.4 525.38
Location Uzbekistan
Competition Asia-Oceania Raw Championships
Division Open
Age 29
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 373.2
Squat 854.3 914.9 939.2 939.2
Bench 485 507.1 -523.6 507.1
Deadlift 716.5 766.1 777.1 777.1
GLP 102.48
1 USAPL 2015-10-15 Raw Nationals MR-O 2215.6 520.96
Location USA-PA
Competition Raw Nationals
Division MR-O
Age 29
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 380.5
Squat 859.8 -903.9 903.9 903.9
Bench 496 512.6 -529.1 512.6
Deadlift 683.4 744.1 799.2 799.2
GLP 101.45
1 USAPL 2015-06-26 Summer Showdown MR-O 2171.6 509.69
Location USA-GA
Competition Summer Showdown
Division MR-O
Age 28
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 383.2
Squat 870.8 914.9 -948 914.9
Bench 479.5 501.6 -523.6 501.6
Deadlift 716.5 738.5 755.1 755.1
GLP 99.21
1 IPF 2015-06-05 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open 2205.7 519.37
Location Finland
Competition World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division Open
Age 28
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 378.4
Squat 859.8 916 938.1 938.1
Bench 496 518.1 -534.6 518.1
Deadlift 672.4 716.5 749.6 749.6
GLP 101.19
1 USAPL 2014-12-12 American Open MR-O 2204.6 523.04
Location USA-MA
Competition American Open
Division MR-O
Age 28
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 367.5
Squat 931.5
Bench 534.6
Deadlift 738.5
GLP 102.15
2 USAPL 2014-07-17 Raw Nationals MR-O 2028.3 485.57
Location USA-CO
Competition Raw Nationals
Division MR-O
Age 27
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 354.9
Squat 826.7 -870.8 870.8 870.8
Bench 485 -501.6 -501.6 485
Deadlift -672.4 672.4 -705.5 672.4
GLP 95.14
1 IPF 2014-06-01 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open 2144 512.12
Location South Africa
Competition World Classic Powerlifting Championships
Division Open
Age 27
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 358
Squat 821.2 876.3 909.4 909.4
Bench 485 507.1 518.1 518.1
Deadlift -661.4 661.4 716.5 716.5
GLP 100.26
1 PA 2014-04-05 Raw Pacific Invitational Open 2138.5 506.91
Location Australia-VIC
Competition Raw Pacific Invitational
Division Open
Age 27
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 368.7
Squat 884.1 -903.9 903.9 903.9
Bench 501.6 529.1 -553.4 529.1
Deadlift 705.5 -749.6 -749.6 705.5
GLP 98.98
1 USAPL 2013-12-15 Southern Raw Championships MR-O 2177.1 514.52
Location USA-MS
Competition Southern Raw Championships
Division MR-O
Age 27
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 373
Squat 903.9
Bench 523.6
Deadlift 749.6
GLP 100.36
1 USAPL 2013-07-19 Raw Nationals MR-O 2134.1 509.58
Location USA-FL
Competition Raw Nationals
Division MR-O
Age 26
Equipment Raw
Class 264.6
Weight 358.5
Squat 859.8 883 -903.9 883
Bench 474 490.5 501.6 501.6
Deadlift 700 749.6 -804.7 749.6
GLP 99.75
1 APA 2012-10-13 Big Iron Fall Classic Open 1825 441.54
Location USA-MS
Competition Big Iron Fall Classic
Division Open
Age 26
Equipment Wraps
Class 341.7
Weight 341
Squat 600 700 800 800
Bench 415 -450 -450 415
Deadlift 550 585 610 610
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Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: November 9, 2022

Ray Williams has already achieved the status of a powerlifting legend, but he is still not finished with building his legacy. He is the closest that anyone has ever gotten to squatting 500 kilograms (1,102.3 pounds) raw. So, that might be one of his goals for the future.

Published: 28 February, 2023 | 5:08 PM EDT

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