Nothing can satisfy an avid powerlifting fan more than a true rivalry between two of the sport’s greatest athletes. Well, now that seems to be the case, as Danny Grigsby outperformed Jamal Browner to set a brand new All-Time World Record in the deadlift event.
Danny Grigsby competed in the 2023 WRPF METROFLEX BATTLE FOR THE YARD 8, held on March 25th in California. Taking the decision to experiment with weight cutting, Danny dropped down from his usual 125-kilogram weight class, to the 110-kilogram weight class. Moreover, it turned out to be an excellent decision from him, as it resulted in a 467.5-kilogram (1,030.7-pound) deadlift. Seeing how Jamal Browner held the All-Time World Record of 455 kilograms (1,003.1 pounds), it has now been broken by Danny.
Although Danny Grigsby “came short” of his expectations, he still managed to put a one of a kind performance. His deadlift is without a doubt most impressive, as he has perfected the sumo technique and the hook grip.
Watch the lift here:
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Deadlift: 467.5 kilograms (1,030.7 pounds) — U110KG All-Time World Record
Total: 1,017 kilograms (2,242.1 pounds)
Apart from the deadlift, Danny Grigsby also put up a very impressive performance on the squat. His heaviest attempt came out to 352.5 kilograms (777 pounds), which marks his new Competition PR, despite the fact that he dropped down a weight class.
While he did set a new competition PR in the squat event, Danny Grigsby failed to do the same in other events. This is understandable as he has competed in both the 125-kilogram and 140-kilogram weight classes in the past, which made it easier for him to move more weight.
Danny Grigsby’s greatest feat of strength during his career in U125KG and U140KG is undoubtedly his 487.5-kilogram (1,074.7-pound) deadlift from the 2022 WRPF American Pro. It currently represents the heaviest raw deadlift in the history of powerlifting, which includes every weight class. Grigsby has also devised a plan to pack on some pounds, as he aims to return to his original weight category for next competition.
“I experimented with cutting weight this time and dropping to the 242 (pound) weight class, because I’ll be 275 (pounds) again at the American Pro”
Watch all of Danny’s lifts here:
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Danny Grigsby’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
771.6
457.5
771.6
2303.8
597.37
Single-ply
733
196.93
Wraps
650.4
325.2
650.4
1675.5
457.95
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
2
WRPF
2022-07-29
American Pro
Open
2303.8
597.37
Location
USA-VA
Competition
American Pro
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
268.3
Squat
705.5
749.6
771.6
771.6
Bench
429.9
457.5
457.5
Deadlift
981.1
1030.7
1074.8
-1102.3
1074.8
GLP
120.74
1
USPA
2022-03-26
Virginia Beach Classic 2
Open
2072.3
531.55
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia Beach Classic 2
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Raw
Class
308.6
Weight
277.6
Squat
556.7
606.3
606.3
Bench
402.3
424.4
440.9
440.9
Deadlift
948
1003.1
1025.1
1025.1
GLP
107.04
4
WRPF
2021-09-25
The Bucked Up Showdown
Open
2116.4
548.63
Location
USA-MO
Competition
The Bucked Up Showdown
Division
Open
Age
27
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
268.5
Squat
688.9
733
733
Bench
-385.8
-413.4
413.4
413.4
Deadlift
920.4
970
-1003.1
970
GLP
110.88
1
USPA
2020-02-22
Iron Mongers Pro Day
Open
2102.1
551.83
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Iron Mongers Pro Day
Division
Open
Age
26
Equipment
Raw
Class
275.6
Weight
258.6
Squat
683.4
716.5
744.1
744.1
Bench
380.3
402.3
424.4
424.4
Deadlift
859.8
909.4
933.7
948
948
GLP
111.95
1
USPA
2019-03-16
California State Championships
Open
1853
499
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
Open
Age
25
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
241
Squat
650.4
Bench
380.3
Deadlift
843.3
GLP
101.87
DQ
USPA
2018-02-03
DCS Winter Open
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
DCS Winter Open
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
231.3
Squat
677.9
Bench
314.2
1
USPA
2018-02-03
DCS Winter Open
Open
314.2
85.97
Location
USA-CA
Competition
DCS Winter Open
Division
Open
Age
24
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
231.3
Bench
314.2
GLP
63.83
2
USPA
2017-02-11
DCS Winter Open
Open
1697.6
459.58
Location
USA-CA
Competition
DCS Winter Open
Division
Open
Age
23
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
237.7
Squat
661.4
Bench
330.7
Deadlift
705.5
GLP
93.92
1
WABDL
2015-03-14
North American
Juniors 20-25
733
196.93
Location
USA-OR
Competition
North American
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
745.2
1
USPA
2014-12-13
West Coast Regional Powerlifting Championships
Juniors 20-23
1675.5
473.99
Location
USA-OR
Competition
West Coast Regional Powerlifting Championships
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
214
Squat
639.3
Bench
303.1
Deadlift
733
GLP
97.38
1
USPA
2014-08-16
Washington State Summer Strength Wars
Juniors 20-23
688.9
188.94
Location
USA-WA
Competition
Washington State Summer Strength Wars
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Raw
Class
242.5
Weight
230.1
Deadlift
688.9
1
USPA
2014-06-14
Oregon State Open
Juniors 20-23
1675.5
457.95
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Oregon State Open
Division
Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
232
Squat
650.4
Bench
297.6
Deadlift
727.5
1
USPA
2013-11-30
West Coast Open
Juniors 18-19
1576.3
442.26
Location
USA-OR
Competition
West Coast Open
Division
Juniors 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218
Squat
606.3
Bench
325.2
Deadlift
644.9
1
USPA
2013-11-30
West Coast Open
Open
1576.3
442.26
Location
USA-OR
Competition
West Coast Open
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218
Squat
606.3
Bench
325.2
Deadlift
644.9
1
USPA
2013-08-24
Downings Gym Classic
Juniors 18-19
1422
399.77
Location
USA-OR
Competition
Downings Gym Classic
Division
Juniors 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Raw
Class
220.5
Weight
217
Squat
523.6
Bench
297.6
Deadlift
600.8
GLP
82.1
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: November 9, 2022
Danny Grigsby has been competing since 2013, but this has only been his 16th appearance at a sanctioned powerlifting event. However, a large portion of his appearances saw him breaking records. It remains to be seen how much more strength he can pack on before his next competition. It’s possible that he could achieve a remarkable feat, becoming the first individual to complete a raw deadlift weighing half a ton.
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