2022 Rogue Invitational - Strongman Competition | Recap

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As re-broadcast on the CBS Sports Spectacular, condensed coverage of the Strongman competition from the 2022 Rogue Invitational. This two-day event took place October 28-29 at Dell Diamond stadium in Round Rock, Texas, and featured 10 of the world’s most accomplished competitors, including returning champion Martins Licis, as well as Oleksii Novikov, Trey Mitchell, Mitchell Hooper, and Pavlo Nakonechnyy.
The CBS broadcast includes standout performances from all six events of the competition: the Tower of Power, Cyr Bell Ladder, Husafell Sandbag Carry, Rogue-a-Coaster, Yoke Carry / Log Lift Medley, and Stones Over Hitching Post.
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[@marcusgodfrey4061]

Pavlo is a literal space marine

[@jimllbreakit8537]

While I appreciate they’re quite different competitions, WSM could learn a lot from the Rogue Invitational. For one, the quality of the equipment is second to none. Look at the deadlift and arm over arm here compared to WSM’s wrecking ball when the athletes were stood on a forklift. What baffles me is that Rogue is a sponsor for WSM, so why don’t we see that quality there? Add to that the quality professional commentary that isn’t full of hyperbole and is easy to listen to for both strongman newcomers and experts. The production is far superior and we manage to see more action packed into 45 minutes than 1.5 hours of a WSM final. And finally, without wanting to be unkind, it’s nice not to have Eddie Hall here with his fake presenter accent making brilliantly incorrect statements about the athletes such as ‘yoke is one of Maxime’s best events’

[@joebot9309]

And it’s not fixed with athletes being favoured over others

[@garymeaney60]

I think part of the reason for this disparity is the fact that the Rogue Invitational is, on its own, a massive commercial failure. The amount of funding that goes into creating this beautiful kit, high-quality livestream, prize money etc. is huge, Rogue don't even come close to breaking even with the money they get from spectators, sponsors etc. The Rogue Invitational only works because it builds a long-term reputation for the brand as the best in the business, which _eventually_ leads to more people buying their equipment and thus a profit. WSM is not exactly in the same boat; it's just a TV show, not a merchandise brand, so Giant's Live can't put the same amount of money into it as Rogue do. I do agree that there are many low-cost improvements GL could make to their shows, WSM included (e.g. better commentary), but I don't think they'll match the spectacle that Rogue put on with the Invitational.

[@jimllbreakit8537]

@@garymeaney60 I’d consider Rogue to be a successful marketing campaign for the brand first, and a competition for fans to enjoy second. The Worlds Strongest Man is a competition known the world over thanks to its longevity and the fact it’s consistently been on the TV since an age before streaming and the internet. I think in order to continue to evolve, they could still take inspiration from a more modern competition like the RI. One thing that needs to be pointed out is that Giants Live and WSM are two separate entities. WSM is run by IMG but owned by the parent company Endeavour who also own the UFC. Giants Live is owned by Darren Sadler and Colin Bryce, and their shows act as a qualifier for WSM.

[@adamborivoj3048]

I prefer the WSM commentary for the passion and British humour. Rogue commentary seems bit too professional.

[@Bound4Earth]

I think a lot of it comes down to whomever owns the rights to WSM. They should just let Rogue take over as the main sponsor. Quality would explode and reach, you would actually be able to seem them. The worst part about WSM is you might see the full even upwards of a year later as they try strike the best deal.

[@elliottengstrand5988]

I would be surprised if any strongman of any era could complete that medley faster than Hooper did. Textbook speed and efficiency.

[@ashruthreddy5561]

I love the personalities and grit of Mitch Hooper and Oleksii! Strongman has a bright future!

[@oldgrizz8720]

What a great competition. Every athlete looked incredible. Great job Oleksii

[@steveunderwood8145]

This was a great competition. I would love to see worlds strongest man with its current format but run by rogue. So rogue equipment, rogue production, rogue commentary, rogue presenters and rogues commitment to allowing us to watch it as it happens.

[@martinnilsson5295]

So true

[@markchaves6946]

great to see novikov win amazing performance by mitchell and liscis

[@isaiahhallett9871]

Dude you spoiled it 😭

[@markchaves6946]

@@isaiahhallett9871 oops

[@isaiahhallett9871]

You’re good

[@jverkaik6486]

Best produced strongman show out there. Love the rogue team

[@CROPDUSTERB-52]

It’s crazy watching these absolute monsters of humans! They lift my PR deadlift with one hand!

[@TheTriixxez]

Trey trowing those stones like they are pebbles.

[@reallymysterious4520]

I watched it when they livestreamed it but it was so nice to see again

[@Tommy89201]

Thank you for uploading this. I love this sport!

[@beanextreme]

Exceptional event and a joy to watch. Roque really have gone to town on the equipment, what a show 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@greghudzik3770]

A great, great show!

[@Chris_.69]

Ayy they actually fixed & re uploaded it 🐐🫡

[@paullogan6348]

@@mongoosekhan3079 poorly edited. Everything was all mixed up

[@brentritchie6199]

Fantastic finish and so deserved the victory all of these men are stars in their own right. It is amazing how some event suit people and some really don't they are all so big and strong you would think it would be more even across the events.

[@aravindvenu1560]

I should've waited for this. Instead of watching each event from multiple videos which were all jumbled up. Anyway, it was a good contest.

[@senderkaminskyi3894]

Alexey, you are the best! There is no stronger you in the whole world! No one can compare with you! I wish you good health and long life!!! 👍💪💪💪

[@Gajargon]

Thank you Rogue for promoting Strongman/Strongwoman! I'm convinced it could become quite popular with the right investment, and it's gratifying to see those with the resources seem to think so too.

[@juliusfilleboeck2679]

Can you buy these jerseys that the athletes wear?

[@bencornish6910]

Fantastic win for Alexi , a symbol of power and resilience to inspire all Ukrainians 🇺🇦

[@user-cm9ef4fw7m]

hahahahahahaha

[@theinoaksein3119]

These guys are crazy strong.

[@CO_Hart2]

I live so close to this and I'm pissed I couldn't make it in person.

[@lsixty30]

26:37 what are they talking about this is beautiful , he is jumping off that board !

[@Alex_2o9]

Congrats to Novikov 🇺🇦🥇

[@jackdauchart9986]

how's that NAK's sleeves SBD logos are hidden behind tape?

[@koushiksunar3477]

💪💪💪

[@BartoniGaming]

Shame Tom Stoltman wasn't there. Great event from Rogue

[@joebot9309]

Tom would have done terrible which does not look good when your WSM. You wont see him do any contests not managed by Colin Bryce. Same with Brian Shaw etc...

[@lonestar2495]

@@joebot9309 he did it last year n got 2nd idk what you talking about 😂

[@CWPWWRESTLING]

@@joebot9309 stfu you know nothing. You’re also jealous of their success and a sad excuse of a human being

[@Dr._S_Brule]

Новиков молоток!

[@seanwhitehall4652]

37:25 Canada 1+2

[@user-km6nz9iz7n]

Мне бы пару таких на стройку

[@user-yk6qg7kl1z]

Красава Новиков

[@user-zb5tj1ds9f]

Капець Наконечний просушився. Красень. Рельєфний, венозний, більш естетичний. Вже не такий вареник на вічній масі, як раніше🤣

[@grahamwishart4832]

Bobby Brown and the "tower of power"..😂

[@seanwhitehall4652]

8:30 if he avoids injury then 500+kg is coming

[@joeled7660]

Have you ever wondered what a sport would look like if the officials didn't care about athletes using drugs? The WSM is here for you.

[@J.c410]

Pro natural sport doesnt exist in any discipline. "Tests" are purely about politics

[@joelcoolmartis12]

You forgot bodybuilding

[@user-gb9hr7sy3b]

Лёха лучший.. лучший..

[@zozo-zk3cv]

Какой же Леха сильный я в ах.....

[@maxdeeds4118]

Anyone notice on Licis rope pull the guy behind was pulling the rope a lot more than any other contestant

[@callmex5406]

YEP ITS SO SUS!!! I believe licis paid the guy off maybe? EDIT: No i cannot confirm it but my inside sources say that's exactly what happened!!

[@jim_2909]

Licis pulled with a much higher frequency then the other competitors. Therefore the guy behind had to keep more tension on the rope, but he did not help licis more than the others

[@user-budanov]

Олексій, красава. Довгий і заслужений шлях до перемоги. Вітання! Слава Україні!

[@edgaraszombis7750]

🇺🇦👍💪

[@GoranJukic]

Such disappointing number of spectators.

[@mikek7053]

Novikov is the best! Glory to Ukraine 🟨🟦

[@guidemeChrist]

Lol Z

[@mikek7053]

@@Tobester_McDonkey I've forgotten my watch at your mum’s bedroom, tell her to bring it up.

[@janoycresva276]

Are you Slavic? If not, then keep your mouth shut about the Russia Ukraine conflict. You don’t know the history so don’t talk about it.

[@alabalaportocala8367]

😂😂

[@gyujiko]

Russia is the best

[@Akkiben]

Mr. No moush beard. So weird is that look.

[@z.v.m.1258]

Наконечного надо на фронт , а то гонору не занимать , а прячется за кем то

[@JnSmith]

Украине победы!

[@yetti1153]

🔥

[@user-ib5og6hy3o]

Новиков, ты красава!!!

[@cemkayali1]

Waawww 👍👍🎊🎉

[@user-dd6ds9dd4v]

Нафига канат Павло вокруг себя наматывал с такими ногами и спиной можна было одними руками тянуть канат или извилин не хватило как тянуть

[@user-kf9li3lx1g]

У Новикова и наконечного один тренер а Фарма походу разная наконечный вообще телёнок нихера не может

[@HarryTzianakisTheGodOfSpeed]

Last year's winner was too busy making KZbin videos with a bunch of beta males, one of them was hugging this year's winner ha ha ha . Get well soon! ❤️‍🩹

[@Unheilig_4real]

he also made a video training with novikov so they are friends i guess also he's making youtube videos for over 4 years with what you call "beta males" and maybe you dont fully get this sport, its not about bringing others down its about pushing the limits

[@lonestar2495]

Imagine calling of of the strongest men in the world a beta 😂

[@HarryTzianakisTheGodOfSpeed]

@@lonestar2495 ha ha ha Beta 100% He cares about his hair more than my ex ha ha ha 🤣 I tried to help him but he thought I didn't know anything. And his Beta Group blocked me when I was criticizing their deadlifts. One of the guys wasn't bending his knees so I made a comment and that offended them so they blocked me. That's how Beta they are. It was some skinny black dude on the camera. I tried to explain to him in previous comments that you don't need to be an overweight obese elephant to move weight. The Canadian is a perfect example. This guy thinks that you need to be an elephant seal to lift weights. If you guys remember the Polish guy that won so many in a row provanowski Only thing I tried to do was help him and he blocked me. Look at your betta ash now

[@lonestar2495]

@@HarryTzianakisTheGodOfSpeed the dude is a WSM Arnold champion and won the rogue invitational the first year he is far from a beta he definitely a better deadlifter then you’ll ever be the only beta here is you

[@HarryTzianakisTheGodOfSpeed]

@@lonestar2495 devil's Knocking on your door., Go answer You beta male ha ha ha 😂🤣😆 🤌