Arnold Strongman Classic 2024 Predictions

[@TheSLK66]

We all know Dragons and Mountains were meant to be defeated and conquered, unleash the Moose!

[@Jagknorr]

The moose just gets plowed by a truck. Any strongman got that nickname yet? 😂

[@MarcoMuthing]

It's the year of the dragon...

[@Daniel-zj8wk]

@@Jagknorr Andy Black´s nickname is the Bulldozer

[@high-captain-BaLrog]

​@@MarcoMuthing oh it's always the year of the dragon and then comes a rabbit

[@harleyross664]

@@Daniel-zj8wkyea but that truck has a flat atm 😂

[@SitcomShorts-p7z]

Everything happened pretty much as you predicted..Congrats Champ

[@ravensdark99]

That prediction was legit

[@DannyHarasym]

I think the fans are the real winners on this competition,I do agree with most of your assessment you have a great and refreshing outlook on the events the way you put yourself at the top is just being honest and not arrogant I appreciate that tremendously the only placing I see differently is Max will be in third place I think I see him winning a couple of events.This is the strongest closest matched up lineup I think there has ever been so you are all winners. Thank you so much for all your great content I cant wait for tomorrow's contest to start

[@biezeps1762]

After the event you can definitely see how precise Mitchs predictions were, pretty awsome! And congrats for the well deserved victory!

[@kappaferret6052]

I'm rooting for you as my favorite

[@tonieslychane]

apart from predicting Licis in 2nd he pretty much nailed it ( Thor, Stoltman, Mateusz, Mitch )

[@anthonyflores2297]

I love watching this kind of training video! Excellent content and i love the confidence! This comp is unreal with the level of the competitors.

[@Jordy-927]

The only question people will get the answer to after this weekend is; Why did the moose climb over the mountain? To slay the dragon of course!😂😂

[@martybendick2246]

Thor is gonna make some of the other guys press their deadlift harder than they need to. Gotta remember it's a long comp

[@keldsports8337]

I think most of the guys know the numbers they want to hit. If Thor is on, I think they know they’re going for second, but that’s where it can get tricky with the likes of Mitch, Bobby, Tom and Martins.

[@sagebauer1077]

I don't think so. Thor is unreachable, no one is going to bother trying #1 away from him

[@ChocolateJesii]

🤔 The only ones who might push each other are the ones who are close to one another and fighting for a place. If Thor is DLing well, he won't be pushing the other competitors on deadlift because, well, they aren't idiots. If he happens to struggle, then maybe that would change.

[@martybendick2246]

@sagebauer1077 Yeah, that's not what I said anyway. 🤷‍♂️

[@sagebauer1077]

@martybendick2246 guess I'm not sure what you mean then

[@jonathanhealey320]

pretty wild there's 5 WSM champions competing in this comp

[@BrianCarloRivera]

My prediction: 1st: You 2nd: Mateuzs 3rd: Tom 4th: Thor

[@DanDavisHistory]

Really looking forward to this show. Fan of all these guys and rooting for the Moose.

[@readmycomment3157]

Mitch's quads inspire me everyday.

[@Freshprankstv1]

Do you want your head between them?

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

It's the 3" short ;)

[@monkeyslaye]

I'm hoping Mitchell comes in hot on this Arnold event and dominates with the Canadian power of moose!!

[@henrybullock4514]

It’s bold to say Tom won’t even crack Top 4.

[@sebastianblasel152]

Quite accurate predictions, comparing it to the actual results- a little too high on martins

[@hectorhernandez8745]

Can’t wait, man. Your rookie year lined up with my piquing interest in strongman and I’ve been looking up to you in lifting and life. All the best, can’t wait to watch you sweep it all.

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

Appreciate you 💪

[@KeithGreenshields]

I have been watching strongman events for years and I have had my favorites. I am rooting for you Mitchell based upon your humility and giant heart. You are what the sport needs, a man of integrity.

[@KeithGreenshields]

@@dean7968 sorry did not mean it that way, most of the strongmen are of integrity. I meant to say that the sports world could take note what it looks like to be a genuine gentlemen. Also I like to add that not just in the sports world but all leaders and elites should take note that this presentation is a breath of fresh air.

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

I am a big moose fan, don't get me wrong, but I don't find him to be all that humble. He seems very nice but not necessarily humble. Humility is not a great attribute for a competitive athlete though.

[@ccbgaming6994]

“Humility is not a great attribute for a competitive athlete though.” I disagree. You can definitely be competitive and humble at the same time. Not saying moose is humble, but it wouldn’t necessarily detriment his performance

[@KeithGreenshields]

@@ccbgaming6994 Humility is the gateway to wisdom, pride comes before a fall.

[@KeithGreenshields]

@@ChristopherSalisburySalz Humility is the gateway to wisdom and pride comes before a fall.

[@worldclassdeerhunter]

when matheusz gets good at deadlift you guys are good for 2nd place.. and somehow I believe thor will not dominate the arnolds this year

[@deanrobinson2459]

You'll loose resolution on your tattoos if your quads get any bigger!

[@jonnylieberman]

I think Evan Singleton surprises a bunch of people. I see him sneaking onto the podium in third, behind the Dragon and the Moose. Thor or kieliszkowski battle for 4th.

[@Daniel-zj8wk]

Dont think so, he wont score good points on deadlift because of his explosive technique, his axle is a big questionmark because i dont think he trained on a fixed one, and i dont think he will score good point on the trial by stone, especially because he only trained with sandbag and no natural stones and i predict he will have problems with stabilising the stone overhead.

[@wanderer_oti]

Idk I have Bobby on my top 5 over Singleton personally

[@Micheldied]

I think he has the ability to, but his deadlift will probably not be great because I don't think his technique will go very well with the elephant bar. I also think he will have issues on the tombstone if he tries to do it how he does sandbags in training. If he got those down though, these are incredibly good events for him.

[@sadiqulkadir7507]

I know its all talk but i think mitch can just become goat he makes eveeyrhing look so effortless

[@Adam-r6h5c]

I think the whole thing is between the Moose and the Albatross-- Im happy to have just checked into Columbus!!! Gonna be a great show! Good Luck Mitch!! Hope to get to see you in there.

[@Master.Maverick]

Magnus Samuelsson is my favourite Strongman because he had great dynamic agility & decent strength all the while looking healthier than the rest. I said all that to say this Mithell Hooper is very much the same & then some.

[@mzanziman9150]

I'll do pushups for every like in the next day

[@roman-om2fh]

u would think the zurcher to the shoulders is in efficient but it takes a alot less out of your shoulders n doesnt take n explosive movement to accomplish

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

Should I do the Zurcher this weekend?

[@roman-om2fh]

@@mitchellhooperstrongman by the looks of it it doesnt look like your comfortable with it i would go with whatever your best trained with it also looks like when you get to the top of the zurchet ita hard to transition the weight to your collar bones to get your hands under it n press it if u can get comfortable with that part of the transition it could save ur shoulders a bit

[@ColinGrym]

I love how much respect strongmen give each other. It's clear you hold these other athletes in high regard, which will only make it more meaningful when you win ;) I'm cheering for you from Alberta Mitch!

[@austinmartin9099]

I saw you walking into the convention center today before my competition! I was the long haired indo kid sitting at the table eating sour patch watermelon gummies! 😂

[@TL13579]

Tom has been posting his axle training on his KZbin channel. He's hit comp weight for 4 reps.

[@Micheldied]

Yeah, I don't think Mitch saw Tom's 5 at Brits. He only needed 5 to win, and did them like nothing. He did like 8 or 9 I think with Brit's comp weight in training.

[@Bjorn_R]

I like all the top guys, no matter who wins i am winning 😅

[@marcinh3751]

Exactly. It's looking really good 👌

[@skcheek3498]

Congrats on day 1! Team Moose 🫎

[@richardzoia4430]

Muscles and strength are paramount but don't discount strategy and intelligence. Mitchell is the thinking man's champion. Many blessings to you and congrats on the new baby.

[@mmamaster812]

Mateusz top1/2 :)

[@TOM_OUTDOORS]

Best of luck Mitch, myself and my better half will be cheering you on!

[@spikeyspike79]

Frame carry Mateusz first

[@nicholassmith7048]

All the best. Really looking forward to watching.

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

Appreciate the support! What event are you looking forward to the most?

[@jman2_012]

@@mitchellhooperstrongman I think Frame carry is going to be Awesome

[@haellm9192]

I have a concept for a video - who's the world strongest man ever. Basically you just take every major international competition winner from the past 15-20 years and compare them in the most amount of events possible to see who is the actual strongest overall man of all time

[@patterdale4332]

Big Tommy will win

[@Kansanite]

I believe 1st is a battle between Mitch and Thor. Podium placement is between Tom, Martins, and Mateusz with Evan a complete wildcard. Good luck to all. I'm happy whoever wins this one

[@Krackerz92]

Evan is 100% the definition of wildcard, could just as easily win the show or come in the bottom half of the pack

[@TimCaruana]

The frame carry is going to be the best event in all of strongman this year. The difference between first and sixth could be as minor as picking it up in slightly the wrong position.

[@jimr1603]

I dig the prediction for Evan on frame. I'd say your idea is the most likely outcome, but there's just an outside chance that he doesn't gas out and smashes a record time.

[@BarlineckiRojber]

Win frame? Hahahah You are delusional.. Mateusz will crush it and everybody knows it...

[@lovejoy1311]

He may come back to crush it one day, but this was not his day.

[@Bigramt]

I honestly have zero predictions other than I believe Thor wins the deadlift Mateusz will place high in every event other than the deadlift You are extremely consistent and likely favourite? Martins has a great grip and has no weak events Tom has a point to.prove at the Arnold's and I think will be a dark horse on deadlift Honestly, this lineup is absolutely mental. I can't predict a winner. Even the podium is difficult I will make a stab at top 3 in no order Mitch Mateusz Hafthor

[@seniorita4801]

In my opinion ( in my ), i think that Thor wont be even in top5 on Arnold. Top3 Hooper, Kieliszkowski, Licis. edit: wow, i posted this before watching and we have same predictoom. :D

[@deanrobinson2459]

Strongest field at any event in recent years?

[@austinbrown2050]

I know it's not your fault but every time I watch you I get an American Matress Firm commercial. Figured you should know

[@Steviemac05]

There's an old Scottish saying for ones confidrnce . " Your up your own arse " 😂 One things for sure you boys are all coming in strong . Yourself and Big Tom have pribavly had your best pre seasons . Let battle commence 👍

[@ComicKodi]

I am all in for the Moose! I’ll be watching the streams and cheering you on from Austria!

[@high-captain-BaLrog]

Well your deadlift predictions were spot on Thor 1 Bobby next then you then Evan then that Scottish giant

[@Danord7]

You just gained another follower. The positive and down to earth attitude along with great content is perfect.

[@user-my2se7sn3s]

I think with respect your predictions are not very accurate Bobby Thompson for the win on the deadlift and as for any grip events you really need to put Singleton up there chasing for first he has great grip and such intensity as for the overhead i predict Stolrman for that win and obviously hes going to smash everyone on the stones with Kleikowski close second this is no disrespect to Thor or Martins but both have been out of strongman for some time so its too soon for either to win or even reach the podium and if they go in anything like they have in there videos theyll be out of breath not have quite enough endurance next year if there both regularly training and competing yeah theyll be chasing wins but i think its too soon and as for Hooper he just has to play out each event smart use his head and as long as hes up there around no lower then third i think he will win the comp cause as they all know its not about winning 1 or 2 events its being consistent throughout.

[@damien124]

Cant beat Mateusz in frame carry and stones unless he make mistake

[@zacbrugger4055]

I don’t think these events are great for Thor on his return comp. He’ll probably go for his record. I bet his second lift will be good enough for the win

[@yorkshireaquatics9537]

Hey Mitchell. As I'm sure with a lot of strongmen fans I didn't really know who you were until about a year ago but my how you have impressed me. More so with your brain than just how strong you are. It's awesome to see you learning from people around you. I really enjoyed watching your video with Eddie today where you talked about no stone unturned. It's a fantastic mentality and I loved how Eddie added all the 1%s up and was like. There you go that's a 5% improvement. Reminds me of a book called the 7 Habits of Highly effective people I read a long time ago and also Atomic habits by James Clear. All these little bits add up and I am super excited about the amount of work you have put into the timber carry too. The work you have put in with Loz is just bang on. Enjoy being a Dad mate I'm sure you will smash that too 👍. Keep being kind! ❤

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

LHBK ❤

[@hamsik300]

Thor⚡ will take the deadlift, Mateusz 🥇 will take the 2nd and the 5th event for sure, the 3rd and 4th event is a mystery 😁

[@Keith-xi8zo]

I think Martin's is definitely top 3 . I think thor is also top 3 . The rest all depends on who finishes in what place. I would love to see polish power win it finally but that damn deadlift lol.

[@markparkin5372]

I hate to sound rude,but when he was explaining the deadlift he said its older rules with no something. I couldn't understand what he said that something was could someone please clear this up for me?

[@baconfromhell666]

Mitchell, Martins and Thor all have won the Arnolds and none of them have lost since they won. It's gonna be an interesting show for sure!

[@Vipinnnn17]

Hooper is easily the most all rounded strongmen ever, He is simply put Mateusz with the top 3 deadlift in the world

[@bennunyour4121]

I think you will win the Arnold's with Tom Stoltman 2nd and Thor 3rd and Thor will be upset at getting 3rd

[@thegodspeed5148]

I think its def gonna be either mitch or tom winning, i think licis or singleton could knock thor off the podium

[@reyniercampher3815]

​@@thegodspeed5148 much more the prediction that I have. I can understand why Mitchell is placing Tom lower, based on previous performances, but I honestly see big Tom beating mateus, also beating Thor. I think mitch wins, I think Tom, martins, Thor (two of them) rounding out the podium.

[@Adam-gn5kh]

Why would Thor be upset? He's already said it doesn't matter if he doesn't win in his videos. He's just doing it because he loves to compete but he knows he isn't back to his best yet.

[@thegodspeed5148]

@@Adam-gn5kh hes notoriously a sore loser

[@thegodspeed5148]

@@reyniercampher3815 i have tom.so high cuz based off his recent training it seems like hes completely rounded off his performance, ive always seen his overhead pressing strength and deadlift as weaknesses for him but hes pulling close to what thor is in training and also clean and pressing 183kg x 3 on a fixed axle. Everyone else just doesnt compare rn besides mitch.

[@frederickknapp5340]

I'm picking Martins, Rex and thomas not in that order but an Americanpodium

[@azsegrxdhtfgvijnkomlewrhtg9508]

It's going to be Hafthor, no question. He's literally the strongest man out of all the competitors.

[@waynedignard-ds7ts]

Good luck. Enjoy the journey and friendships. I draw inspiration from your work ethic and example. Cheers

[@susansouthern6704]

You're looking strong my fellow Canadian..I'll be routing for you..I know you'll win frame carrying..good competition but you've got this one.

[@luckosteve12]

What a line up. Just an incredibly deep talent pool this year.

[@jaredjoseph3154]

Lmao Thor ending day 1 in first place throws a big wrench in the predictions

[@tuomaseklund1787]

Awesome awesome videos but those background sounds are super bad. No need for those imho

[@cbomcnasty]

I thought thor wouldnt be ready in a year with that injury, man was I wrong

[@balkamp8888]

Big battle ahead, good luck MOOOOOOSE!

[@parisferguson8654]

I feel the order they go out for dinnie stones will dictate the winner of the event massively.

[@TheHighlander3]

Good luck tomorrow! Also, biceps are looking jacked!

[@misterc5783]

Might as well put my hand in a bag and pick a ball on this one.

[@matija700]

I admire your strength but what I like better is your way of analysing and preparing for your competition. Real smart athlete. Rooting for you from Slovenia.

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

👀💪

[@imccrae1]

Can't wait to see it go down. Best wishes 😁🖖🏻

[@kylewooden9391]

The mentality and respect, moose will go far and stay far.

[@gillpeakperformance4945]

About how much do briefs help you (or any readers with experience with briefs) in the deadlift compared to pulling raw? I'd expect that would vary a decent amount between lifters depending on technique and weak points.

[@WoodsGhost]

I'm kind of upset that you didn't place me in the top 4 man. 😒

[@ryleeh7007]

Moose are real animals. Show everyone you are the ultimate animal.

[@MellonVegan]

3:40 I'm not a Pole but I believe the proper pronunciation would be close to Shee - owe (like the English word) - koff - ski. I believe Polish Z is like Chinese transliteration ZH, so somewhere between English J and English SH. A voiced SH, basically. Poles feel free to correct me. Please do, actually.

[@JReed5635]

Your jerk is really looking good. The fact that you actually get into a decent rack position is impressive given the poor shoulder mobility of most top strongmen. You're still turning your rear foot out on the split. Fix that and you're golden.

[@JReed5635]

I think if you manage to dominate this event using a legitimately good split jerk, it might be a sport altering moment. We may see more of the larger competitors learning decent jerk technique. Ultimately it is possible to lift more weight with a jerk than a push press.

[@paleo747]

Having quite the same prediction, but switching Martins with Mateusz for 2nd. And if Tom is having a decent day maybe switching 4th with Thor, but unlikely.

[@Olcaypasa]

Thor is my favourite strongman ever but you are changing that day by day lol. I wish you all the best in upcoming events and got a question. Do you think you are in already your prime or you are still gaining strength day by day? I assume if you gain 15-20 kgs you can break all the world records and we love to see it!

[@joshramsey534]

1. Tom Stoltman 2. Oleksi Novikov 3. Mateus

[@lukasz.90]

Thor 465 kg Mitch, Bobby 445-450 kg Martins 430 kg Tom, Evan 420 kg Top 5 overall: Mitch, Martins, Mateusz, Tom, Thor.

[@karinekmk9293]

My predictions : deadlift : Thor, undoubtedly ; farmer's carry : Mateusz ; Dinnie stones : very difficult : Martins or Maxime or you ; Apollon wheel : you or Martins ; stone medley : Mateusz or you. Overall podium : Thor and you, without a doubt. No idea for the 3rd guy. I would love to see Mateusz but I think experience will matter, so I'd say Martins. Wish you good luck, Mitch ✌️

[@high-captain-BaLrog]

You look very strong, damn

[@Callum_Lifts]

Your overhead is looking insane 👏 Can tell you have been working hard on it. I think Thor will go for the overall show and go to win the deadlift event of course but maybe not go for the WR. Can’t wait to watch the steam, Good Luck Mitch 👏.

[@11perception]

Hafthor Hooper Matuez Alexi Martin’s

[@jacobleesinger]

I think you and Martins have the least weaknesses and barring anything unfortunate you'll both be on the podium. Mateusz also has a good shot this year with how many strong deadlifters are going to be taking points off each other, and if he picks his weights well he could beat guys like Max and Oskar and claw back a couple points himself. If Tom's on form he could dominate the show and take top 2 on everything except the frame, but that's a big if. Evan's a total wild card and I honestly wouldn't be surprised to see him finish anywhere from 2nd or 3rd to last. With this lineup I think Bobby drops too many points on the frame to make the podium again. Similar with Max, I think he drops too much on the deadlift to podium but aside from that the events are pretty good for him and he might take a lot of points off the guys everyone seems to be talking about. And Thor is Thor, so even with the events not being the greatest for him I don't see him outside the top half. Overall I think you have the best shot at winning, and I'd be surprised if Martins isn't on the podium, but I also wouldn't be surprised if Tom or Mateusz take the top spot. If you can beat Bobby on the deadlift and Max and Evan on the grip events I think you win for sure.

[@espenstoro]

Clips! Never thought I'd see the day. 😮

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

I’m learning 😉

[@benjaminberlin]

Videos have been great but only recommendation would be lower the background music a little. It's a bit too loud.

[@petergripping1440]

CONGRATS BIG MAN...From a Canadian Viking...mad respect.

[@likeyou3317]

Decent predictions, agree with Top 3, for 4th I think I'd see Evan Singleton or Tom rather than Thor who will lose some points on axel. As for the frame.. I think Mateusz might edge you out. Lately, he got a neat setup for the frame uphill with adjustable height, so he might be serious about breaking his WR on that event. Though I do remember you running up that ramp with frame real fast last year so... yeah. Good luck and don't get injured!

[@descendency]

Maybe I was having issues following what you were saying, but it sounded like Thor would be a lot lower than 4th (save for the deadlift, which we all think he will be top 3 if not top 1). I know he's coming back and who knows how good he will be until he performs, but I was getting the impression you were going to have him like 6th.

[@Mehdi-6895]

Great content Hooper. Mateusz will win events 2,3 & 5. He also has very high chance to win the competition. I saw yourself, Thor and Mateusz on the podium. Good luck!

[@carlh296]

Gonna be a great show, possibly the most eagerly anticipated strongman show ever. Big doubter for Tom I think is no Luke. Luke is a rock for Tom, it will be interesting to see how he copes mentally without his support.

[@allanh5618]

Everybody's so good, least mistakes, most endurance and well rounded wins. Imo, that means some mix of Mitch, Martins, and Olexsii followed by Thor and Tom. Thor has to knock off competition rust, plus not being near overall top form yet. Tom might do better than I think. Oleksii might not do as well, but he's beefed up so much, maybe he's in top contention again. We'll see. Mateusz is an unkmown to me, so I have no sense for his abilities, though losing so many points on deadlift may keep him off podium, despite his rep. Evan's great, but efficiency isn't yet his rep compared to the likes of my top 3.

[@DeadliftEnthusiast]

This show is absolutely STACKED with athletes that I admire. Personally rooting for Mateusz, but stoked for any of the guys on the list. Gonna be a heck of a show for sure!

[@danzoeee]

Thor wins the deadlift unless he's got a bit of an injury nagging him, just based on the footage he's peaking incredibly well on a lfit he's best in the world at. Think he's the favorite on that event by far, very interesting to watch people fight for 2nd and 3rd though.