Mathew Ragg
Compare to Another AthleteMathew Ragg is a strongman from New Zealand who stands 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall and competes at 162 kg (357 lb), born September 21, 1991 (age 34).
Recent Form
- 7 2024 Rogue Invitational (Men) Nov 8, 2024
- 4 2025 World Deadlift Championships Sep 6, 2025
- 3 2025 Giants Live World Open Sep 6, 2025
- 7 2026 WSM Final Apr 23, 2026
- 8 2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic Jul 4, 2026
1 podium in the last 5. Most recent: 8th at 2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic, Jul 4, 2026.
Competition Statistics
International
National
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Mathew Ragg is strongest at Deadlift: an average placing of 2.7 across 16 outings, with 5 wins. Weakest at Medley (8.3 across 8).
- Deadlift 2.7
- Farmer's Walk 4.2
- Atlas Stones 4.9
- Carry 5.8
- Overhead Press 6.5
- Medley 8.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2026 | 2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #8 | 25.50 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 2026 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | #7 | 29.00 |
| Sep 6, 2025 | 2025 Giants Live World Open | Giants Live | M | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | #3 | 49.50 |
| Sep 6, 2025 | 2025 World Deadlift Championships | World Deadlift Championships | M | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | #4 | - |
| Nov 8, 2024 | 2024 Rogue Invitational (Men) | Rogue Invitational | M | Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom | #7 | 27.00 |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships | Giants Live | M | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | #6 | 25.50 |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | World Deadlift Championships | M | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | #5 | - |
| Aug 17, 2024 | 2024 Strongest Man on Earth | Shaw Classic | M | Loveland, Colorado, United States | #12 | 40.00 |
| Jul 13, 2024 | 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #4 | 37.00 |
| May 1, 2024 | 2024 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | #4 | 35.50 |
| Jan 21, 2024 | 2024 Beasts of Burden | Beasts of Burden | M | Molendinar, Australia, Australia | #1 | 41.00 |
| Oct 21, 2023 | 2023 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Giants Live | M | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom | #2 | 51.50 |
| Oct 21, 2023 | 2023 World Log Lift Championships | World Log Lift Championships | M | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom | #7 | - |
| Aug 5, 2023 | 2023 New Zealand's Strongest Man | New Zealand's Strongest Man | M | Auckland, New Zealand, New Zealand | #1 | 65.00 |
| Apr 19, 2023 | 2023 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | #9 | 18.50 |
| Nov 12, 2022 | 2022 Official Strongman Games | Official Strongman Games | M | Daytona Beach, Florida, United States | #3 | 46.50 |
| Mar 16, 2018 | 2018 Arnold Australia | Arnold Pro Strongman World Series | M | Melbourne, Australia, Australia | #8 | 23.00 |
| Mar 18, 2017 | 2017 Arnold Australia | Arnold Pro Strongman World Series | M | Melbourne, Australia, Australia | #7 | 18.00 |
| Mar 4, 2016 | 2016 Arnold Amateur Strongman World Championships | Arnold Amateur Strongman World Championships | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #3 | 42.50 |
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. Axle Press | 170.0 kg | 2024 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Jul 13, 2024 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 454.0 kg | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | Sep 28, 2024 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 186.0 kg | 2023 Giants Live World Tour Finals | Oct 21, 2023 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Mathew Ragg
- Date of Birth
- September 21, 1991
- Birthplace
- New Zealand
- Country
- New Zealand
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.88m
- Weight
- 162kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2026
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 19
- Total Wins
- 2
Last updated: April 22, 2026
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About Mathew Ragg
Mathew Ragg is a New Zealander strongman athlete. Ragg stands 188 cm (6'2") and competes at 162 kg (357 lbs). Born in New Zealand, Ragg is currently 34 years old.
Ragg's competitive career spanned from 2016 to 2026. Across 19 competitions, Ragg has claimed 2 wins. Ragg's international record includes 15 competitions with 1 win on the world stage.
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