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2002 Azalea Strongman Challenge

The 2002 Azalea Strongman Challenge was held on 2002-04-26 in Norfolk, Virginia. 10 athletes competed across 6 events were contested.

Date: April 26, 2002 – April 27, 2002
Location: Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Type: National Strength Athletics Association
Division: Men
Phil Pfister
1st Place

Phil Pfister 🇺🇸

Total Points: 52.0

Events (6 total)

  1. 1. Atlas Stones
  2. 2. Log Lift
  3. 3. Deadlift
  4. 4. Medley
  5. 5. Tire Toss
  6. 6. Truck Pull

Results

Place Athlete Country Points
1 Phil Pfister 🇺🇸 USA 52.0
2 Walt Gogola 🇺🇸 USA 44.0
3 Magnús Ver Magnússon 🇮🇸 ISL 43.0
4 Johnny Perry 🇺🇸 USA 40.0
5 Jamie Aszmies 🇨🇦 CAN 38.0
6 Abdul Wesolowski 🇺🇸 USA 38.0
7 James Henry 🇺🇸 USA 28.0
8 Mark Keshishian 🇺🇸 USA 26.0
9 Dave Williams 🇺🇸 USA 14.5
10 Dale Bovat 🇺🇸 USA 6.5
Last updated: February 23, 2026

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About 2002 Azalea Strongman Challenge

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