Cheick Sanou "Iron Biby"
Compare to Another AthleteCheick Sanou is a strongman from Burkina Faso who stands 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall and competes at 170 kg (375 lb), born April 20, 1992 (age 34).
Last 5 Contests
- 10 2023 Giants Live Strongman Classic Jul 8, 2023
- 1 2023 World Log Lift Championships Oct 21, 2023
- 1 2024 World Log Lift Championships Sep 7, 2024
- 7 2024 World Deadlift Championships Sep 28, 2024
- 8 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships Sep 28, 2024
2 wins and 2 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 8th at 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships, Sep 28, 2024.
Competition Statistics
International
National
Strengths & Weaknesses
Cheick Sanou is strongest at Overhead Press: an average placing of 2.5 across 10 outings, with 4 wins. Weakest at Atlas Stones (8.7 across 6).
- Overhead Press 2.5
- Yoke 5.8
- Deadlift 8.0
- Atlas Stones 8.7
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.
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2024 | 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships | Giants Live | M | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | #8 | 16.50 |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | World Deadlift Championships | M | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | #7 | - |
| Sep 7, 2024 | 2024 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Oct 21, 2023 | 2023 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Jul 8, 2023 | 2023 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #10 | 19.00 |
| Apr 2, 2022 | 2022 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Sep 4, 2021 | 2021 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | - | #1 | - |
| Jul 24, 2021 | 2021 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #3 | 37.50 |
| Oct 24, 2019 | 2019 WUS Dubai | World's Ultimate Strongman | M | Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates | #11 | 28.00 |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 2019 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | #6 | 40.00 |
| Apr 6, 2019 | 2019 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Oct 26, 2018 | 2018 WUS Dubai | World's Ultimate Strongman | M | Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates | #12 | 18.00 |
| Sep 15, 2018 | 2018 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | #8 | 26.50 |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 2018 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Leeds, England, United Kingdom | #1 | - |
| Sep 30, 2017 | 2017 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | #4 | 31.00 |
| Jul 29, 2017 | 2017 Giants Live North American Open | Giants Live | M | Martinsville, Indiana, United States | #7 | 35.00 |
| Dec 10, 2016 | 2016 Ultimate Strongman World Championships | Ultimate Strongman | M | Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom | #8 | 31.50 |
| Sep 3, 2016 | 2016 Ultimate Strongman Junior World Championships | Ultimate Strongman Junior World Championships | M | Gatineau, Canada, Canada | #3 | 69.00 |
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. 18-inch Deadlift | 400.0 kg | 2018 WUS Dubai | Oct 26, 2018 | - |
| Max. Axle Press | 217.0 kg | 2021 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Jul 24, 2021 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 425.0 kg | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | Sep 28, 2024 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 231.0 kg | 2024 World Log Lift Championships | Sep 7, 2024 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Cheick Sanou
- Nickname
- "Iron Biby"
- Date of Birth
- April 20, 1992
- Birthplace
- Burkina Faso
- Country
- Burkina Faso
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.90m
- Weight
- 170kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2024
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 18
- Total Wins
- 6
Last updated: February 23, 2026