Jaco Schoonwinkel
Compare to Another AthleteJaco Schoonwinkel is a strongman from South Africa who stands 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall and competes at 151 kg (333 lb), born June 15, 1991 (age 35).
Recent Form
- 10 2023 WSM Final Apr 19, 2023
- 12 2024 Giants Live World Tour Finals Oct 19, 2024
- 2 2025 Giants Live Strongman Classic Jul 5, 2025
- 1 2025 Africa's Strongest Man Oct 25, 2025
- 1 2026 SCL Iceman Feb 20, 2026
2 wins and 3 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 1st at 2026 SCL Iceman, Feb 20, 2026.
Competition Statistics
International
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Jaco Schoonwinkel is strongest at Farmer's Walk: an average placing of 1.4 across 5 outings, with 3 wins. Weakest at Medley (4.8 across 5).
- Farmer's Walk 1.4
- Overhead Press 3.0
- Deadlift 3.6
- Atlas Stones 3.2
- Carry 3.5
- Medley 4.8
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.
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | 2026 SCL Iceman | Strongman Champions League | M | Joensuu, Finland, Finland | #1 | 69.50 |
| Oct 25, 2025 | 2025 Africa's Strongest Man | Africa's Strongest Man | M | Marikana, South Africa, South Africa | #1 | 58.00 |
| Jul 5, 2025 | 2025 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #2 | 45.00 |
| Oct 19, 2024 | 2024 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom | #12 | 1.00 |
| Apr 19, 2023 | 2023 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | #10 | 5.50 |
| Nov 12, 2022 | 2022 Official Strongman Games | Official Strongman Games | M | Daytona Beach, Florida, United States | #2 | 49.00 |
| Nov 27, 2021 | 2021 Africa's Strongest Man | Africa's Strongest Man | M | Mossel Bay, South Africa, South Africa | #2 | 49.00 |
| Dec 6, 2020 | 2020 Africa's Strongest Man | Africa's Strongest Man | M | Rustenburg, South Africa, South Africa | #4 | 20.50 |
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 | 470.0 kg | 2025 Africa's Strongest Man | Oct 25, 2025 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 385.0 kg | 2021 Africa's Strongest Man | Nov 27, 2021 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 170.0 kg | 2021 Africa's Strongest Man | Nov 27, 2021 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Jaco Schoonwinkel
- Date of Birth
- June 15, 1991
- Country
- South Africa
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.90m
- Weight
- 151kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2026
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 8
- Total Wins
- 2
Last updated: April 22, 2026