Gerrit Badenhorst
Compare to Another AthleteGerrit Badenhorst is a strongman from South Africa who stands 186 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall and competes at 145 kg (320 lb), born October 10, 1962 (age 63).
Last 5 Contests
- 3 1999 IFSA Hungary Grand Prix Jul 17, 1999
- 1 1999 IFSA Holland Grand Prix Jul 24, 1999
- 7 2000 WSM Final Aug 1, 2000
- 10 2002 IFSA Finland Grand Prix Apr 20, 2002
- 5 2002 IFSA Turkey Grand Prix May 18, 2002
1 win and 2 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 5th at 2002 IFSA Turkey Grand Prix, May 18, 2002.
Competition Statistics
International
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Gerrit Badenhorst is strongest at Overhead Press: an average placing of 2.3 across 8 outings, with 4 wins. Weakest at Grip (7.9 across 8).
- Overhead Press 2.3
- Deadlift 2.0
- Vehicle Pull 3.6
- Carry 4.3
- Throwing 3.8
- Farmer's Walk 5.0
- Atlas Stones 5.3
- Grip 7.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2002 | 2002 IFSA Turkey Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey | #5 | 36.00 |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 2002 IFSA Finland Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Vantaa, Finland, Finland | #10 | 19.50 |
| Aug 1, 2000 | 2000 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Sun City, South Africa, South Africa | #7 | 34.00 |
| Jul 24, 1999 | 1999 IFSA Holland Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Hardenberg, Netherlands, Netherlands | #1 | 53.50 |
| Jul 17, 1999 | 1999 IFSA Hungary Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Keszthely, Hungary, Hungary | #3 | 57.00 |
| Aug 1, 1998 | 1998 IFSA Hungary Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Budapest, Hungary, Hungary | #9 | 23.00 |
| Jul 7, 1996 | 1996 IFSA Lithuania Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | KlaipÄ—da, Lithuania, Lithuania | #6 | 0.00 |
| Oct 2, 1995 | 1995 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Nassau, Bahamas, Bahamas | #2 | 62.50 |
| Oct 18, 1994 | 1994 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Sun City, South Africa, South Africa | #4 | 38.50 |
| Oct 1, 1992 | 1992 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | ReykjavÃk, Iceland, Iceland | #4 | 57.50 |
| - | 1997 European Open | European Open | M | - | #2 | 67.00 |
| - | 1996 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | - | #3 | 41.00 |
| - | 1995 Finnish Open | Finnish Open | M | - | #14 | 37.00 |
| - | 1993 World's Strongest Man | World's Strongest Man | M | - | #8 | 17.50 |
| - | 1993 World Strongman Challenge | World Strongman Challenge | M | - | #1 | 103.00 |
| - | 1993 World Mighty Man | World Mighty Man | M | - | #1 | 72.00 |
| - | 1992 European Hercules | European Hercules | M | - | #7 | 33.00 |
| - | 1992 World Mighty Man | World Mighty Man | M | - | #4 | 0.00 |
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 | 440.0 kg | 1994 WSM Final | Oct 18, 1994 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 410.0 kg | 1996 WSM Final | Jan 1, 1996 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 165.0 kg | 2002 IFSA Turkey Grand Prix | May 18, 2002 | - |
| Max. Squat | 330.0 kg | 1999 IFSA Holland Grand Prix | Jul 24, 1999 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Gerrit Badenhorst
- Date of Birth
- October 10, 1962
- Birthplace
- De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa
- Country
- South Africa
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.86m
- Weight
- 145kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 1992 - 2002
- Status
- Retired
- Total Competitions
- 18
- Total Wins
- 3
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About Gerrit Badenhorst
Gerrit Badenhorst is a South African strongman athlete. Badenhorst stands 186 cm (6'1") and competes at 145 kg (320 lbs). Born in De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa, Badenhorst is currently 63 years old.
Badenhorst's competitive career spanned from 1992 to 2002. Across 18 competitions, Badenhorst has claimed 3 wins. Badenhorst's international record includes 18 competitions with 3 wins on the world stage.
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