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Kristján Níelsson

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Years Active 2018 - 2025
Born August 7, 1993
Height 1.79m
Weight 144kg
Country 🇮🇸 Iceland
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Competition Statistics

21 Total Contests
1 Total Wins
2018 - 2025 Years Active

International

16 Contests
1 Wins

National

5 Contests
0 Wins

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Personal Details

Full Name
Kristján Níelsson
Date of Birth
August 7, 1993
Country
Iceland

Physical Stats

Height
1.79m
Weight
144kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
2018 - 2025
Status
Active
Total Competitions
21
Total Wins
1

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

Iceland Athletes Rankings World Records

About Kristján Níelsson

Kristján Níelsson is an Icelandic strongman athlete. Níelsson stands 179 cm (5'10") and competes at 144 kg (317 lbs). Currently 32 years old, Níelsson continues to compete in professional strongman.

Níelsson's competitive career spanned from 2018 to 2025. Across 21 competitions, Níelsson has claimed 1 win. Níelsson's international record includes 16 competitions with 1 win on the world stage.

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