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Brian Shaw "Gigantor"

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Years Active 2007 - 2023
Born February 26, 1982
Height 2.03m
Weight 193kg
Birthplace Fort Lupton, Colorado, U.S.
Country 🇺🇸 United States
Retired Wikipedia

Competition Statistics

70 Total Contests
30 Total Wins
2007 - 2023 Years Active

International

67 Contests
28 Wins

National

3 Contests
2 Wins

World's Strongest Man

15 Appearances
15 Finals
4 Wins
#1 Best Finish

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Career Trajectory

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Personal Details

Full Name
Brian Shaw
Nickname
"Gigantor"
Date of Birth
February 26, 1982
Birthplace
Fort Lupton, Colorado, U.S.
Country
United States

Physical Stats

Height
2.03m
Weight
193kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
2007 - 2023
Status
Retired
Total Competitions
70
Total Wins
30

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

United States Athletes Rankings World Records

About Brian Shaw

Brian Shaw, known as "Gigantor", is an American strongman athlete. Shaw stands 203 cm (6'8") and competes at 193 kg (425 lbs). Born in Fort Lupton, Colorado, U.S., Shaw is currently 44 years old.

Shaw's competitive career spanned from 2007 to 2023. Over 70 recorded contests, Shaw has collected 30 victories, achieving a 43% win rate. Shaw's international record includes 67 competitions with 28 wins on the world stage.

Shaw has won the World's Strongest Man title 4 times. In total, Shaw appeared at 15 WSM competitions and reached the final on 15 occasions.

Read more about Brian Shaw on Wikipedia.

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