The Scandalist World Strongman Corporate Games 2024 in Luzniki were a resounding success, capturing the attention of participants and spectators alike with its new format, previously tested at the World Championship in Dubai. The event featured two Lift & Carry relays, which tested the limits of the competitors, along with a special category for the Fedor Konyukhov Cup in Indoor Rowing (500 meters), a now-traditional part of the tournament.
The tournament included three categories: men under 110 kg, women under 75 kg, and Para-Strongman (wheelchair athletes) — marking the first time in history that this category was featured. This debut of Para-Strongman athletes in the Strongman discipline showcased their high level of preparation and opened new horizons for the development of inclusive sports. The tournament was a significant step toward integrating people with disabilities into professional sports events and providing them with the opportunity to compete on equal terms with other athletes.
Tournament Results:
Men’s Category (under 110 kg):
- Leon Miroshnik (World Champion 2024, U110) – 24 points
- Vladlen Valiaev(World Champion 2024, U95) – 21 points
- Lalit Yadav (India) – 21 points
Women’s Category (under 75 kg):
- Natalya Kuznetsova (silver medal in World Championship 2024)- 24 points
- Olga Kochneva – 13 points
- Fatma El-Gazzar (Egypt, bronze medal in World Championship 2024)- 11 points
Para-Strongman Category (wheelchair athletes):
Alexander Skulyberdin, Daniil Pak, Alexander Pokhilko
Fedor Konyukhov Cup in Indoor Rowing (500 m):
- Cup Winner: Vladlen Valiaev (WSM)
- 1st place: Haitham Mahgoub (Egypt)
- 2nd place: Deepak Yadav (India)
- 3rd place: Ilya Lisitskii (WSM)
The tournament’s success extended beyond the competition grounds, with a significant online presence. The live broadcasts on social media reached a total of 212,347 views and engaged 188,754 unique users, reflecting the growing interest and popularity of the event across the globe.
These results affirm the high level of preparation and determination of the participants to succeed, regardless of category or physical ability.
