Benedikt Magnússon "Benni"
Compare to Another AthleteBenedikt Magnússon is a strongman from Iceland who stands 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall and competes at 170 kg (375 lb), born June 4, 1983 (age 43).
Last 5 Contests
- 5 2015 World Log Lift Championships Feb 14, 2015
- 9 2015 Arnold Strongman Classic Mar 6, 2015
- 5 2015 WSM Group 3 Apr 26, 2015
- 2 2016 World Deadlift Championships Jul 9, 2016
- 7 2016 Giants Live Scandinavian Open Nov 12, 2016
1 podium in the last 5. Most recent: 7th at 2016 Giants Live Scandinavian Open, Nov 12, 2016.
Competition Statistics
International
National
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Benedikt Magnússon is strongest at Deadlift: an average placing of 3.3 across 8 outings, with 2 wins. Weakest at Yoke (7.8 across 4).
- Deadlift 3.3
- Carry 4.5
- Throwing 5.3
- Overhead Press 5.8
- Atlas Stones 6.0
- Farmer's Walk 6.4
- Loading Race 7.4
- Yoke 7.8
Average finishing position in each event type, across every contest we hold results for. Lower is better. Ordering weighs how often an event has been contested, so a strong average from a handful of outings does not outrank a long record. That is why an event higher up the list can show a slightly worse average than one below it. Event types with fewer than 4 recorded outings are not shown.
Powerlifting Records
Data from OpenPowerlifting.org (CC0)
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2016 | 2016 Giants Live Scandinavian Open | Giants Live | M | Norrköping, Sweden, Sweden | #7 | 38.50 |
| Jul 9, 2016 | 2016 World Deadlift Championships | World Deadlift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #2 | - |
| Apr 26, 2015 | 2015 WSM Group 3 | Open | M | - | #5 | 9.00 |
| Mar 6, 2015 | 2015 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #9 | 5.00 |
| Feb 14, 2015 | 2015 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Doncaster, England, United Kingdom | #5 | - |
| Aug 9, 2014 | 2014 World Deadlift Championships | World Deadlift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Mar 7, 2014 | 2014 Giants Live FitX Melbourne | Giants Live | M | Melbourne, Australia, Australia | #6 | 37.50 |
| Jun 16, 2010 | 2010 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #2 | 0.00 |
| Feb 29, 2008 | 2008 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #5 | 34.00 |
| Jul 28, 2007 | 2007 IFSA Lithuania Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Klaipėda, Lithuania, Lithuania | #10 | 3.00 |
| May 26, 2007 | 2007 IFSA Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Reykjavík, Iceland, Iceland | #1 | 0.00 |
| Dec 29, 2006 | 2006 IFSA Ukraine Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Kyiv, Ukraine, Ukraine | #4 | 26.00 |
| Nov 24, 2006 | 2006 IFSA Strongman World Championships | IFSA Strongman World Championships | M | Reykjavík, Iceland, Iceland | #7 | 44.50 |
| Jun 3, 2006 | 2006 IFSA Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Reykjavík, Iceland, Iceland | #1 | 33.00 |
| May 14, 2006 | 2006 IFSA Russia Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Moscow, Russia, Russia | #7 | 35.00 |
| Mar 3, 2006 | 2006 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #5 | 35.50 |
| Jun 17, 2004 | 2004 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #2 | 52.50 |
| Jun 17, 2003 | 2003 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #1 | 56.00 |
| - | 2004 Iceland's Strongest Viking | Iceland's Strongest Viking | M | - | #2 | 71.00 |
No individual event results available yet.
Event-by-event results are available for select competitions.
Showing - of event results
| Event | Result | Place | Contest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Value | Contest | Date | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Deadlift | 465.0 kg | 2016 World Deadlift Championships | Jul 9, 2016 | - |
| Max. Hummer Tire Deadlift | 471.0 kg | 2008 Arnold Strongman Classic | Feb 29, 2008 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 180.0 kg | 2015 World Log Lift Championships | Feb 14, 2015 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Benedikt Magnússon
- Nickname
- "Benni"
- Date of Birth
- June 4, 1983
- Birthplace
- Reykjav
- Country
- Iceland
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.83m
- Weight
- 170kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2003 - 2016
- Status
- Retired
- Total Competitions
- 19
- Total Wins
- 4
Last updated: February 23, 2026