Sports 07 September 2026
Raúl Flores Sets New 511kg Deadlift World Record
Why in the News?
At the World Deadlift Championship 2026 in Birmingham, England, 26-year-old Mexican strongman Raúl "Tayzon" Flores created history by setting a new all-time deadlift world record of 511 kg (1,126 lbs).
Key Features / Major Points:
New World Record: Flores broke the previous 510 kg world record held by Icelandic legend Hafthor Júlíus Björnsson.
Historic Milestone: He became the first Latin American athlete to hold an official world record in this strongman category.
Strength Ratio: The 511 kg lift represents approximately 3.1 times his overall body weight.
Dedication: Known by his nickname "Tayzon", Flores dedicated this historic record attempt to his late pet dog.
Static GK Facts:
Mexico: Capital: Mexico City | Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN).
Birmingham: Major city located in the West Midlands region of England, United Kingdom.
World Deadlift Championship: The premier strongman deadlift competition hosted annually by Giants Live.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who set a new world deadlift record by lifting 511 kg at the World Deadlift Championship in Birmingham?
A: Raúl Flores (Mexico)
Q: Whose 510 kg world deadlift record was surpassed by Raúl Flores?
A: Hafthor Júlíus Björnsson (Iceland)
Q: What is the capital city of Mexico?
A: Mexico City