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2000 National Strongman Challenge

The 2000 National Strongman Challenge was held on 2000-09-03 in Holly, Michigan. 7 athletes competed.

Date: September 3, 2000 – September 4, 2000
Location: Holly, Michigan, United States
Type: National Strength Athletics Association
Division: Men
Karl Gillingham
1st Place

Karl Gillingham 🇺🇸

Total Points: 43.5

Results

Place Athlete Country Points
1 Karl Gillingham 🇺🇸 USA 43.5
2 Chad Coy 🇺🇸 USA 40.5
3 Wade Gillingham 🇺🇸 USA 36.0
4 Shawn Smith 🇺🇸 USA 31.0
5 Bryan Neese 🇺🇸 USA 26.0
6 Gary Mitchell 🇺🇸 USA 24.0
7 Harold Collins 🇺🇸 USA 23.0
Last updated: February 23, 2026

About 2000 National Strongman Challenge

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