– .. Wants deadlift world-record

By Calvin Chapman
NATIONAL & Commonwealth Strongman champion, Carlos Petterson-Griffith, is set to compete in the Ragnarok Games – World Strongest Man- competition next month (February 24-26) in Miami, Florida.

He will be looking to continue his excellent form in the sport following his second place finish in the Barbados Strongman and his victory in the Aruba Strongman, both in 2022.

The Ragnarok Games will see competitors from over 40 countries vying for top honours at the Miami Convention Center where Carlos has his sights set on placing among the top three.

Although Strongman and Powerlifting are not directly related, Petterson –Griffith has one eye set on the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) World Classic Competition that is set for Malta this June.

December last, Petterson – Griffith created history when he won overall Gold at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in Auckland, New Zealand. In the 93kg class (equipped), he managed 350kg to win gold in the Deadlift, setting the Commonwealth record along the way.

The number 1 ranked South American, with the adrenaline running, then attempted the world record for his class — 372kg, and although he lifted it, he couldn’t manage to lock out. However, he is optimistic of getting the record this year.

More importantly, Carlos, who is currently ranked in the World Top 10 (93kg class), is looking to break into the top five. The athlete’s morale is very high especially after he was tested at the Commonwealth Championships last month, proving to many doubters that his ability is 100 percent natural.