The most recent World Deadlift Championships champion is Raul Flores. Rauno Heinla holds the record with 3 titles (2019, 2022, 2024). The series has run 10 editions (2014 - 2026).
Most Titles
Champions by Year
Contests
| Year | Contest Name | Winner | Location | Athletes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 World Deadlift Championships | Raul Flores |
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| 2025 | 2025 World Deadlift Championships | Hafthór JúlÃus Björnsson |
|
13 |
| 2024 | 2024 World Deadlift Championships | Rauno Heinla |
|
13 |
| 2023 | 2023 World Deadlift Championships | Graham Hicks |
|
14 |
| 2022 | 2022 World Deadlift Championships | Rauno Heinla |
|
12 |
| 2021 | 2021 World Deadlift Championships | Ivan Makarov |
|
11 |
| 2019 | 2019 World Deadlift Championships | Rauno Heinla |
|
12 |
| 2016 | 2016 World Deadlift Championships | Eddie Hall |
|
12 |
| 2015 | 2015 World Deadlift Championships | Eddie Hall |
|
12 |
| 2014 | 2014 World Deadlift Championships | Benedikt Magnússon |
|
12 |

