Rayno Nel
Compare to Another AthleteRayno Nel is a strongman from South Africa who stands 191 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall and competes at 148 kg (326 lb), born May 9, 1995 (age 31).
Recent Form
- 4 2025 Giants Live Strongman Classic Jul 5, 2025
- 8 2025 Rogue Invitational (Men) Oct 31, 2025
- 1 2025 SCL World Finals Nov 15, 2025
- 2 2026 WSM Final Apr 23, 2026
- 3 2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic Jul 4, 2026
1 win and 3 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 3rd at 2026 Giants Live Strongman Classic, Jul 4, 2026.
Competition Statistics
International
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Rayno Nel is strongest at Deadlift: an average placing of 2.0 across 10 outings, with 6 wins. Weakest at Overhead Press (4.4 across 10).
- Deadlift 2.0
- Atlas Stones 3.1
- Farmer's Walk 2.2
- Carry 1.8
- Loading Race 1.8
- Vehicle Pull 2.3
- Grip 2.5
- Overhead Press 4.4
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 | #3 | 44.50 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 2026 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States | #2 | 52.00 |
| Nov 15, 2025 | 2025 SCL World Finals | Strongman Champions League | M | Upington, South Africa, South Africa | #1 | 85.00 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 2025 Rogue Invitational (Men) | Rogue Invitational | M | Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom | #8 | 28.50 |
| Jul 5, 2025 | 2025 Giants Live Strongman Classic | Giants Live | M | London, England, United Kingdom | #4 | 37.00 |
| Jun 14, 2025 | 2025 SCL Holland | Strongman Champions League | M | Doetinchem, Netherlands, Netherlands | #1 | 71.00 |
| Jun 7, 2025 | 2025 SCL Italy | Strongman Champions League | M | Crema, Italy, Italy | #1 | 53.00 |
| May 15, 2025 | 2025 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Sacramento, California, United States | #1 | 47.00 |
| Nov 16, 2024 | 2024 Africa's Strongest Man | Africa's Strongest Man | M | - | #1 | 0.00 |
| Nov 8, 2024 | 2024 SCL World Finals | Strongman Champions League | M | Alanya, Turkey, Turkey | #1 | 69.00 |
| Nov 2, 2024 | 2024 SCL Africa | Strongman Champions League | M | Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa | #1 | 56.00 |
| Jun 22, 2024 | 2024 SCL Holland | Strongman Champions League | M | Groenlo, Netherlands, Netherlands | #1 | 79.50 |
| May 11, 2024 | 2024 Siberian Power Show | Siberian Power Show | M | Krasnoyarsk, Russia, Russia | #4 | 40.00 |
| Oct 28, 2023 | 2023 Africa's Strongest Man | Africa's Strongest Man | M | Livingstone, Zambia, Zambia | #1 | 51.00 |
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 | 490.0 kg | 2025 WSM Final | May 15, 2025 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Rayno Nel
- Date of Birth
- May 9, 1995
- Birthplace
- Upington, South Africa
- Country
- South Africa
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.91m
- Weight
- 148kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2026
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 14
- Total Wins
- 9
Last updated: April 22, 2026
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Rayno Nel News & Coverage
- Rayno Nel Withdraws From 2026 Arnold Strongman Classic After Contracting Salmonella and Losing 17-kg (37.5-lb)
- 2025 Strongman Champions League World Finals Results — Rayno Nel Victorious
- Rayno Nel Withdraws From 2025 Strongest Man On Earth
- 2025 Strongman Champions League Holland Results — Rayno Nel Wins
- 2025 Strongman Champions League Italy Results — Rayno Nel Secures Victory
- Exclusive: Rayno Nel Balanced Engineering Job and Injury Recovery to Claim 2025 World’s Strongest Man Title
- Breaking: Rayno Nel Wins 2025 World’s Strongest Man in His Debut
- 2024 Strongman Champions League Africa Results — Rayno Nel Victorious
- 2024 Strongman Champions League Holland Results — Rayno Nel Victorious in His Debut
About Rayno Nel
Rayno Nel is a South African strongman athlete. Nel stands 191 cm (6'3") and competes at 148 kg (326 lbs). Born in Upington, South Africa, Nel is currently 31 years old.
Nel's competitive career spanned from 2023 to 2026. Over 14 recorded contests, Nel has collected 9 victories, achieving a 64% win rate. Nel's international record includes 14 competitions with 9 wins on the world stage.
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