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Battle Of The North
Complete history and results for this strongman contest series.
5 Editions of Battle of the North
The most recent Battle of the North champion is Laurence Shahlaei. Laurence Shahlaei holds the record with 2 titles (2016, 2018). The series has run 5 editions (2014 - 2018).
Most Titles
Champions by Year
2018
2017
2016
2015
Contests
| Year | Contest Name | Winner | Location | Athletes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2018 Burn Showdown | Laurence Shahlaei |
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8 |
| 2017 | 2017 Burn Showdown | Žydrūnas Savickas |
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7 |
| 2016 | 2016 Battle of the North | Laurence Shahlaei |
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5 |
| 2015 | 2015 Battle of the North | Eddie Hall |
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6 |
| 2014 | 2014 Battle of the North | Hafthór Júlíus Björnsson |
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6 |
About Contest Series
Battle of the North has run 5 editions (2014 - 2018). Laurence Shahlaei holds the title record with 2 wins (2016, 2018). The most recent champion is Laurence Shahlaei.
Series pages track every edition of a competition, allowing you to follow how the event has changed over the years, which athletes have claimed multiple titles, and how performance standards have improved. This historical perspective is invaluable for understanding the trajectory of professional strongman.