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Sjaak Ruska

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Years Active 2002 - 2006
Born May 31, 1966
Height 1.97m
Weight 135kg
Country 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Retired

Competition Statistics

5 Total Contests
0 Total Wins
2002 - 2006 Years Active

International

2 Contests
0 Wins

National

3 Contests
0 Wins

Career Bests

Career Trajectory

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Personal Details

Full Name
Sjaak Ruska
Date of Birth
May 31, 1966
Country
Netherlands

Physical Stats

Height
1.97m
Weight
135kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
2002 - 2006
Status
Retired
Total Competitions
5
Total Wins
0

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

Netherlands Athletes Rankings World Records

About Sjaak Ruska

Sjaak Ruska is a Dutch strongman athlete. Ruska stands 197 cm (6'6") and competes at 135 kg (298 lbs). Currently 59 years old, Ruska has left a mark in professional strongman.

Ruska's competitive career spanned from 2002 to 2006. With 5 contests on record, Ruska has built considerable competitive experience. Ruska has represented Netherlands at 2 international events.

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