How Strong Was Scot Mendelson vs Eddie Hall?

[@StrengthUniverse]

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[@hulkbuster2822]

You forgot Oliver ritvhers

[@stephentemple5617]

The 2,021 pound deadlift must have been a sight to see in 2015 I don't think anyone's coming close to that I know it's an error it's supposed to say 1,021

[@da90sReAlvloc]

Come on do a how strong is Charles Bronson the prisoner video

[@mricemantoyou]

Eddie walks the walk, Scott talks the talk so it seems

[@abhinavkumar547]

😂😂

[@greigite5191]

eddie talks alot, but in this video? scott seems to be a clear winner in exaggerating, 900lbs for 6 reps?? prime eddie or thor would have trouble with that, and 1000lbs suitless squat is very implausible

[@sagebias2251]

Eddie also talks a lot of bullshit.

[@bencherbryant-48]

@@greigite5191 My thoughts exactly if he was repping 900 that many times on deadlift, we would be seeing him compete full power not bench only

[@Ajesen]

well he was questioned about it, so he not gonna lie (if it was actually true), so its not like he is boasting around

[@bencherbryant-48]

I just want clarification. Scot mendelson the EQUIPPED! bench specialist called eddie halls 500kg deadlift B.S Because it was done with a suit and straps?!?!?!?!

[@StrengthUniverse]

Correct, The other funny thing is a Deadlift Suit may add 30kg (66lbs) to your deadlift but usually a lot less which for a strongman maybe about 7% extra. A Multi Ply Bench Shirts can add over 225kg (500lbs) to a bench which for these guys is an additional 75%! so times even more

[@AlejandroSanchez-pl6jw]

Uhm Scott is a specialist in both raw and equip bench. Only man in history to hold both at the same time, otherwise you’re right

[@bencherbryant-48]

@@AlejandroSanchez-pl6jw you have to have a strong raw base to be good in equip lifting case and point Eddie Hall has a 1020 raw deadlift (which was the World record at the time) and was the first guy to deadlift 500KGs so again…..why is scot mendelson giving him shit???? They literally do the same thing but different compound lifts

[@matthewwatson3135]

I am certain that if scot actually had these lifts that he said, he would have gone into a competition and taken the record total. The fact that he has not done so when he competed is proof that he did not get them.

[@thewelfaregourmet]

You nailed it. He is bs'ing. If Mendy could have done those lifts he would have in competition as he was actively competing during the times he claimed to have done it. Obviously Mendy has a bigger mouth and bench though (shocking to have a bigger mouth than Eddie Hall! lol)

[@craigmorgan4676]

Mendy has and always will b a shithouse,those fakking things he calls bench pressing is a joke!More like a static hold and NOTHING more,jokes!He should try a full range of motion and he'll b ded ,period!🙈😬👁🤯😮🤔🤨😫👍😬😫😫😬🤯😮🤔

[@wuhhlfarg5578]

Yeah he's full of shit He's the kind of guy who goes up to the gym newbies and is like "when i was your age i benched 600 for 15 reps" Nothing but empty talk

[@SergiuNw]

Scott is powerful and definitely has numbers, but he obviously exaggerates too. His bench press can't be argued, he won that one fair and square. The squat and deadlift though, it's a stretch imo, considering the WRs at that time were low compared to now.

[@DavidFiori2022]

What 99.9 % of people overlook is Scott still holds the 308 raw bench press record 700 pounds his over 700 was done at super heavyweight and I competed in that meet his last lift was 745 and it moved so fast it when right to the top I think it shocked him because he didn’t lock 🔒 in sunk back down

[@BuJammy]

@@DavidFiori2022 I'm not really sure what your point is. Do you therefore trust Mendelson's claimed lifts, or are you just adding information?

[@basicmeme1040]

​@@DavidFiori2022 didn't johnnie harris take it

[@adnanrawashdeh3965]

I remember seeing this guy after his horrific bench press injury, its good to see him back to his normal shape now

[@StrengthUniverse]

Yes, that was one most severe bruising that I've ever seen.

[@matthewelliott2213]

It's amazing how these old memories grow over time...

[@josephbloxham3992]

Sounds like one of those guys who benched 400 in high school

[@StrengthUniverse]

We all had one of those friends😂

[@wuhhlfarg5578]

Don't forget he has a buddy who has a buddy who curls 185 for 12 reps at age 15 for a warmup

[@josephbloxham3992]

I like what he pointed out in the video: if those numbers were real, he would have competed in full meets.

[@sethnaffziger1402]

In my prime I squatted 1200 pounds 10 reps for warmup, but I'm hurt now so I can't show you 🤣

[@jameschristy9966]

Shit is getting deep every time Scott talks

[@lgmj1810]

Mendelson was clearly lying on the 900 x 6 deadlift. Body movement and eyes tell that!

[@nattybynature1262]

I always enjoy these! And I love the music in the background. What's the title?

[@stephenbachman132]

Like you said if Scott really did that an could. He would of competed at the top lvl an made lots of money. As it is. No i don't believe his Brad Castleberry claims.

[@abhinavkumar547]

Eddie was overall stronger than Meldenson. No debate about it. Another fantastic video mate. I don't believe in Scott's claimed numbers.

[@StrengthUniverse]

Cheers buddy. Pleased you enjoyed the vid.

[@andrew98115wl]

Two strong guys but I doubt either of them could lift the others' ego! 😁

[@asymptoticspatula]

He looks like Dana White and sounds about as full of it as Dana White.

[@StrengthUniverse]

😂 Two good points. Scot is one hell of a strong dude but those claimed numbers from a Bench press specialist ermmmmm

[@thatguyfrommars3732]

Related: I did a deeper dive today into Mark Henry vs. Paul Anderson and never realized just how closely matched they are in strength, it's insane. I couldn't exactly compare their Olympic lifts since they competed under different rules, but for static strength this is how it went: Squat: Equal. Mark's best squat in training was 1,006 lbs, presumably with wraps, while Paul did 930 raw without a belt. Both were claimed to have a 771 lb front squat. While travelling with the WWF in 1998 Mark squatted 855 lbs for 3 reps without wraps; Paul's best in training was 850 for 6. This may be a bit generous for Mark, but considering the bench qualifications below I think it balances out. Bench: Paul, 627 lbs vs 585 lbs. Though, there's less documentation for Paul lifting over 550 lbs than there is for Mark; the heaviest I have him doing in a photo is 525 lbs. Given his overhead strength I think he really did press 600+, and Doug Hepburn didn't deny it when writing about Anderson later on. Deadlift: Mark, 925 lbs vs 820 lbs. Paul's strongman deadlift was possibly higher than Mark's, but seeing as how I can't quantify Paul's grip other than knowing he was far weaker in that department than Mark Henry - who had one of the strongest hands of all time - I used the raw deadlift here. I also don't know what Mark's equipped max was (he did 401 kg for 2 reps at the 2002 ASC). Overhead press: Paul, 485 lbs vs 425 lbs (calculated based off Mark's 405 lbs x 3 reps while travelling with the WWF). Possibly at the top of his game Mark was good for 200 kg, but still not enough to beat Paul. Grip: Mark, by a mile. He deadlifted over 100 lbs more than Paul without straps and was the first man to clean (not swing lift) the Thomas Inch dumbbell. The numbers work out like this: Paul: 930 squat + 627 bench + 820 deadlift + 485 press = 2862 lbs Mark: 930 squat (I assume above he was equal to Paul in the raw squat) + 585 bench + 925 deadlift + 425 press = 2865 lbs With the assumptions made plus margin of error on both sides it's impossible to say who was stronger. Although I wish I could have found some data on their pulling strength (i.e, rows, pullups), this really solidified it for me that these two are the pinnacle of modern drug-free strength. Would be great to see a video comparison at some point in the future!

[@a_fuckin_spacemarine7514]

Lmao "drug free"! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@parkplaceninja]

@@a_fuckin_spacemarine7514 Paul Anderson set most of his records in the early 50s really before they gave them out like candy

[@parkplaceninja]

wiki s Done in official competition[16][15] Clean and press: 408.5 lb (185.29 kg) on 1955-10-16, in Munich at the 1955 World Championships Snatch: 335 lb (151.95 kg) on 1956-06-02 in Philadelphia at the 1956 Senior Nationals Clean and jerk: 440 lb (199.58 kg) on 1956-06-02 in Philadelphia at the 1956 Senior Nationals Total: 1,175 lb (532.97 kg). Clean and press: 400 lb (181.44 kg). Snatch: 335 lb (151.95 kg). Clean and jerk: 440 lb (199.58 kg) on 1956-06-02 in Philadelphia at the 1956 Senior Nationals Unofficial lifts Powerlifting Guinness also listed Anderson's best powerlifts[16] Done in small exhibitions or training (according to Anderson himself) Squat: 1,200 lb (544.31 kg) raw[21] Bench press: 628 lb (284.86 kg) raw Deadlift: 820 lb (371.95 kg) raw[22] Olympic weightlifting Best gym lifts (according to Anderson himself)[16] Clean and press: 485 lb (219.99 kg) Snatch: 375 lb (170.10 kg) Clean and jerk: 485 lb (219.99 kg) Other lifts Done in small exhibitions or training Best "authenticated" full squat: 930 lb (420 kg) - as a professional at Silver Spring, Maryland, in 1965 Full squat: 1,206 lb (547.03 kg)[4] Assisted deadlift (using metal hooks attached to the wrists): 1,000 lb (453.59 kg)[4][15] Push press: 560 lb (254.01 kg)[16] (off the rack) Military press: 435 lb (197.31 kg) One-arm side press: 380 lb (172.37 kg)[4]

[@maticsimonic9673]

@@parkplaceninja Strength athletes were still using it back then, and while it’s not for certain and it was less widespread I would be very suprised if he wasn’t on steroids

[@richardcerritelli9657]

If you believe Mark Henry's drug-free you believe in Superman I don't care what kind of testing they passed however I will say Paul Anderson was Stronger overall because he did less steroids because the drugs that were available back then were minimal I would still say it is logical to assume Paul Anderson would still be the strongest man who ever lived in static strength including today because you have to take that into consideration drug use obviously.

[@germanwolf9212]

Well, Scot Mendelson is not really famous for his intellectual statements. The thing that stuck with me was: "you need a big belly to bench properly!", as if that's a set case for every powerlifter in existence.

[@jesusalonsopayanmartinez6380]

Scott has a great bench press. But let’s be real he’s lying about squats and deadlift lol

[@HumanGorillaHormone]

Quick correction Eddie was still wearing a suit on the 465kg lift. He just didn't have the top on. As for Mendelsons claims... I believe the 900 x 6 but it was a rack pull. Just like if you ask him how much he benches, he will say he has benched 1000lbs or more every week for 19 years now. He doesn't add that it's off a 3 board. Ya know. Kinda like telling a half truth. Still a ton of weight though. I trained with him.. Legitimately. In 2007 when he and kennelly were having their rivalry. It was scary to see it in person around "normal" weights of 4 and 5 kg plates.

[@StrengthUniverse]

The 465kg deadlift was suit-less, the 463 was with a pulled down single ply which would have provided very little to no advantage. Re Scots deadlift, while it's possible it was a rack pull, Mark Bell specifically asks Scot (with a surprised look) "A regular deadlift" and Scot replies "Yes regular deadlift".

[@jakubk5354]

How many days a week did Mendy train at that time?

[@pajmendes]

@@jakubk5354 Nine to twelve days a week, seventy weeks per year.

[@MrJuggy1985]

Scott mendleson living in dream world. I would put money on he’s never deadlifted more than 300kg raw or even squatted 250kg raw. The man is a 1 trick pony and is delirious. Eddie hall destroys him in every way and if he focused bench like Scott he’d destroy him in that too. Scott the sad act.

[@OhgodImtoosexy]

Scot was strong af in his prime. His squat and deadlift were very good, but not nearly as good as he claimed nor as ridiculously low as you bs'ed. 🙄😏

[@budadi]

Why exaggerate your strenght when you obviously is strong AF? Like really, really, REALLY strong.

[@toddapplegate3988]

Medelson is FOS. The thing is he would have competed with near claim lifts and claimed records titles yadyadayada. Eddie just doesn't BS. He says he's lifting xyz it's likely he is and it's also likely he's not working to specifically lift xy or z he just is lifting it. Strongman don't care so much about barbell lifts because the stuff they do is all around complex. Sure he squats but he also pulls trains and carries cars.

[@dantemarotta356]

Scot is the ONLY man in powerlifting to hold the raw bench press and equipped bench press World records at the same time. When he hit the raw record he literally did a few wks prep and smashed it easily and had much more in the tank. Equipped benching was all that mattered then though so raw didn't have the same appeal at the time.

[@ZacktheImpaler]

I never realized how hyperbolic Scot is

[@highviewbarbell]

That's a really generous way to phrase it

[@trentarmstrong9576]

Scott Mendelson is a bench press legend. But come on man, you don’t need to lie about your lifts. Pulled 900 for 6? 1000 pound raw squat? I think what happens is these older lifters pull off incredible feats of strength, for their time period, then as lifting progresses they begin to exaggerate to keep up with the times.

[@Coach_BigMac]

I've never really known Scott to be anything other than a big bencher.

[@bigh6530]

That’s what happens when people lie, they forget their lies and lose credibility.

[@williamcorum6867]

im 5'10 170 pounds and i squatted 1050 pounds once. i dont have video proof but just take my word for it. i did it.

[@Father_Mozgus]

My PBs are: SQ: 678 KG BP: 390 KG DL: 666 KG All without any use of advantageous gear. Please compare my lifts to Scots. I think I can beat him in the fantasy league 💪

[@wuhhlfarg5578]

Yeah When i was 15 I benched 3 plates for reps and curled 185 for 8 reps and pulled 700 raw for a warmup blablabla Empty talk to satisfy one's ego

[@Anduehan97]

thats peanuts, my PBs are: SQ: 2000KG BP: 1500KG DL: 2500KG no advantageous gear, 3 years old, weighing 70lbs, vegan. i am the strongest being that ever existed

[@highviewbarbell]

Where's "Eric Cartmans Power and Strength" when ya need him!?

[@greigite5191]

@@highviewbarbell xd

[@wuhhlfarg5578]

@@Anduehan97 Pathetic If i didn't injure myself when i carried two African elephants my overall would be 7000kg all natural and raw 😏

[@alvincapone5859]

900lbs for 6 reps ?? Errrrmm ok bro whatever you say 👍🏿

[@tobitoflappucini5762]

good background music ! I like it

[@StrengthUniverse]

Glad you like it

[@abhinavkumar547]

@@StrengthUniverse What is the name of your background song?

[@StrengthUniverse]

@@abhinavkumar547 it's by Notize, Neon

[@abhinavkumar547]

@@StrengthUniverse Thank u

[@ReplayVines]

next, Big Ramy vs Roelly the BEAST 😎 👇

[@baki_sigma]

A lot of claims from Scot hmmm not sure about the 408 kgs for 6 reps sounds a bit like bs to me lol

[@machohogan]

Fantastic video as always. I met Eddie and I’d say he could just scrape 6’2.5 when stood totally straight.

[@StrengthUniverse]

Cheers buddy. Seems to be a lot of controversy about Eddies height.

[@machohogan]

@@StrengthUniverse he’s so damn wide he looks shorter. I’d say relaxed he stands around 6’1 but when he stands tall he can add over an inch. I could be wrong

[@josephsong6501]

I didn't know Eddie wore a deadlift suit for 500 kg. Thank you for letting me know that. Good Video footage. Hit the like button already.

[@StrengthUniverse]

Pleased to help Joseph and thanks for the support

[@joebot9309]

He was given the lift for a 3/4 lockout. Knees were not locked out out, hips were no where near forward.

[@bvtn6874]

@@joebot9309 Full Lockout, seen in 200 Videos from the event. Typical Egomaniac that cant leave people there achievements, so dumb...

[@Nirsterkur]

It was a multi ply suit. His heaviest without a suit (with straps) in that 465 from 2015 ASC. Other than the 200 range stuff, there's no footage of him doing a raw Deadlift.

[@greigite5191]

@@Nirsterkur you mean 462kg

[@classicsaurashis7154]

Eddie is far better than him

[@SergiuNw]

Somewhat true, since he's not better in bench press.

[@sbdftw1702]

Scot had a better bench press but he was also a bench press specialist. Most of these equipped lifters have far larger egos than others. Eddie did train bench press but never to the extent a powerlifter would. I’m sorry but Eddie takes the cake on overall static strength. Scot just can’t admit the truth unfortunately.

[@kevingoeminne5922]

Scott seems a bit delusional sometimes phaha

[@jerryalbin2589]

Eddie has proven over time to be of genuine character, while Scott never enters a room where his ego hasn’t already entered before him! Restrict all microphones and cameras away from Scott for two months and he’ll unravel!

[@jackhargreaves1911]

I pray that happens

[@Maddolis]

Eh proved time after time up until around 2017. Started talking so much shit after that.

[@basicmeme1040]

​@CG Jung no one give Scott attention lol his era was pre 2013

[@mcfarvo]

Scott is the better bencher, but that's all and as expected. Eddie is overall stronger.

[@davidselawsky6620]

Yeah, Scott is embellishing those numbers . Imo. Hes prob. Close but not at those numbers for real.

[@jessejordan8116]

I think rubbishing Eddie Hall’s achievement due to equipment when he’s known for doing the most equipped version of bench is hypocritical and it’s pretty embarrassing that he’s like every average Joe claiming lifts he clearly never did.

[@saitama741]

is there not a single video of scot squatting or deadlifting?

[@StrengthUniverse]

Not that I could find. No Photos, Videos or witnesses backing up the claims

[@nicholasdimedio302]

Eddie’s bench set of 6 and 500kg deadlift combo I don’t see it happening by another human anytime this decade

[@timenhageman2507]

Scot claimed in the interview with mark bell that he benched 785 raw in training.

[@aabonelli]

People don’t realize that raw powerlifting wasn’t very popular when Mendelson was at his peak. If he had wanted to take a total record at that time, he would have had to optimize his lifts with full, multi-ply equipment, which is basically a different sport. Grip strength is a major limiting factor for world-record deadlifts as well, and, unlike today, I don’t recall anyone in Scott’s time discussing max deadlifts (or top sets) with straps at all.

[@Theindian666]

If Eddy focus on bench only he can be a 700 pounder for sure

[@StrengthUniverse]

Maybe

[@Nagy.Patrik]

he did something like 5-6 reps with 260-280kg dont remember the exact number on the long bar when he chased the 700lbs, he can definietly achieve it if he wants to.

[@cooolsson]

He tried to get to 700 pounds after he retired from strongman but he kept getting injured so he stopped.

[@Theindian666]

@@cooolsson yes true . He trained with Julius Maddox

[@Nirsterkur]

He tried, but gave up since it was impossible for him. Watch the Road to 700 series.

[@youthere7327]

ive said before im no fan if eddies and i still believe if he trained power lifting he would have had world records

[@thobiaslomyr8886]

Scott is like a balloon full of air!

[@dadimadh4528]

"I find his claims to be completely credible." - Brad C

[@bigfin899]

Hahaha, excellent comment!

[@joshgetty3988]

He’s definitely a jay of the inbetweeners . Before the newest game comes out . Completed it mate 🤣🙈

[@StrengthUniverse]

Josh, that's exactly the reference I was going to make 😂 Legend

[@Lickmabumbum]

Wow!? I was literally just imagining this exact comparison!! Weird 😂😂

[@BO2Letsplay]

Scott may be a good bencher, but he's an even better BSer. I'm sure none of those lifts except the bench are legitimate

[@jackhargreaves1911]

And the record bench in competition was a joke. The referee (his friend) clapped before the bar had come to a stop. In fact, the bar never stopped. Refereeing like that (among other things) helped destroy my old sport.

[@randysavage8963]

As always great video

[@StrengthUniverse]

Thanks again buddy

[@bobdole7292]

Lol Mendelson could just say he deadlifted 900x2 or something somewhat believable Goes right to 900x6

[@Hhhlll7778]

He hasn’t deadlifted 900 lbs even for 1 rep let alone for 6 which would be a world record

[@adamotuama4382]

Did I hear Mendy said Eddie wasn’t legit because of suit and straps? The guy who uses a bench shirt? If his ankle wasn’t ruined I bet his knees would relegate him to the leg press or some crap

[@StrengthUniverse]

That's correct, coming from a guy that benches with a tyre around his arms. He's even been developing his own bench shirts so he can bench more; no need to worry about training anymore, just buy a MendyX shirt😂

[@tonys4039]

Mendelssohn is good in a suit. Even his "raw" bench record was a double ply suit with additional layers. He's a hell of a bencher, don't get me wrong, but his squats and deadlift are warmups to Eddie and only recognized by himself

[@Anthony-forever-mma]

Nah. I dont count claims tbh

[@bingbong8239]

I have a few questions on the elephant bar actually Like, how heavy is the bar and why is it so much difficult to deadlift with the elephant bar than a regular bar

[@StrengthUniverse]

The bar is 10ft long and as far as can see, weighs about 103lbs. When lifters are accustomed to an elephant their max deadlift seems to be comparable to a standard bar; it just takes time to get used to the additional bend and whip of the bar. Not necessarily more difficult then a standard deadlift bar, just different

[@richardpeterson4440]

I’ve used an elephant bar in competition. It was 10’ long and 65lbs, maybe 30mm thick. It only seems to make a big difference at really high weight. Even at a new PB of 600lbs It felt very similar to a deadlift bar.

[@bingbong8239]

@@StrengthUniverse My God, it's that heavy? And I see Thanks for answering

[@jburton9103]

Elephant bar is definitely heavier because the lifter creates a whip effect by taking the slack out of the bar during the initial phase of pulling it off the floor. It is definitely easier than a conventional bar, which is (one reason) why you don’t see the poundages lifted in powerlifting meets that are lifted in strongman

[@StrengthUniverse]

@@bingbong8239 Thats the weight I eastimate it to be based on eddie halls 1021lb deadlift for which the bar was loaded with 18 x 45lb plates (900lbs) and 2 collars (11lbs each) so the bar would be about 100lbs

[@sandorb6030]

Scot is a beast of course, but Eddie is miles above him (except for every bench related movement).

[@StrengthUniverse]

Actually, only flat bench, that's all Scot trained for and all his technique would work on, so in my opinion Eddie would beat him on incline and Dumbbell

[@TheLeijin]

Eddie honestly felt like he could do more. Surprised he was honest with his lifts Scott’s claims r a joke. The main thing Eddie lies about is his height. He’s about a 6’ to mayb 6’1

[@wandyy8078]

what's the song at 4:00?

[@nikostsigos4998]

Scot had the world record in the benchpress, if he had such a good world record squat too why didn't he ever do it in competition? Maybe slap an ok deadlift too and easily take the total world record? It's bullshit, 0 credibility

[@docnickmacaluso112]

Scot is full of baloney.

[@seanoreilly40]

I would give the sqaut and deadlift to Eddie because he had videos as evidence and Scot changed his claims

[@lloyd011721]

even if scot could have done 900 sq and 880 dead, in a full meet those numbers wouldnt have been that high jusr due to how much energy it eats from you. his bench would have suffered for it too, so his total probably wouldnt have been above 2550. does anyone have even a single video of scot squatting or deadlifting above 600?

[@g-man2507]

Eddie is stronger only so long as make believe numbers don't count.

[@dylanpiazza6358]

Equipped lifters getting upset always cracks me up

[@jakeduff5677]

Why does someone soo strong feel the need to lie about lifts scott. Eddie lifts are legit

[@adamlea6339]

Strong in the body, delicate in the ego.

[@thenattygorilla]

3:33 It says 2021 lbs.

[@StrengthUniverse]

Typo, should say 1021

[@ommin6757]

Slagging Eddie off says a lot about this guy .... what's his name again. Id never heard of him till this video. Eddies the man.

[@IxxI911]

he was a great at benchpress back in the days and is a benchpress legend, but his squat and deadlift statements dont seem legit

[@guanjun1178]

Eddie backed up his bullshit.

[@alishabanks5697]

Is that you at end of the video crossing your arms looking smug?

[@StrengthUniverse]

ah No, I'm not that old.......Yet

[@borisrovchenko7747]

Benching 735 raw benching 600 at 18 years old 408 for 6 Well, scott making a lot of claims, but He will be forever remembered as 700+ bench presser

[@borisrovchenko7747]

@@eshay we know he benched 715 in comp, but 735 where?

[@sandorb6030]

His 600 bench @ 18 was undoubtedly equipped, since he talked about 900 lbs benches by other competitors in his first comp. He didn’t mean raw. His squat and deadlift are doubtable.

[@torringtonstonekeeper]

Eddie should box Scott

[@StrengthUniverse]

LOL, please not again

[@AllPainNoGains]

I'll give Scot the benefit of the doubt that he's not lying about his best lifts, but even if he's being truthful you can't be your absolute strongest in all 3 lifts in a powerlifting meet. The fatigue from squatting maximal weights slightly lowers your strength on the bench press, and the combined fatigue from squatting and benching further lowers your strength on the deadlift. Your total in a full meet might be 10% less than the sum of your ability in the three lifts.

[@prakashrathod4125]

I remember back in 2012-2013, Eddie Hall posted (on his KZbin channel) of him bench pressing 300kg at 23yrs old. He must of removed that video.

[@lordmegatron6145]

that was equipped

[@mikeabel7577]

Maybe Scott is bullsh*tting but I heard Dave Hoff say on video that Scott Mendelson was the strongest guy that he'd ever seen prior to Scott's car crash which resulted in a few inches of his lower leg being amputated before doctors reattached his foot. Hoff is credible in my opinion.

[@StrengthUniverse]

They removed his ankle which resulted in his leg being a couple of inches shorter. Unfortunately that statement "strongest guy that he'd ever seen" doesn't quantify anything. The fact that Scot's claimed squat jumped from 900 to 1000 and deadlift from 880 for 1 to 900 x 6 shows that it's lies. The other thing is the original claims (S900 & D880) were quoted with an equipped bench press which would appear to mean that the squat and deadlift could equipped too

[@jeffgoodson3101]

Eddie by far, he would have beatin Eddie at bench only cause Eddie did not train much at all!!

[@billyanderson6457]

Scott is full of crap, bench numbers were right and that's about it lol

[@kassokilleri2ff]

Is there sound on this video?

[@StrengthUniverse]

Yes sir

[@kassokilleri2ff]

That's weird. There was no sound earlier but now it's working.

[@StrengthUniverse]

@@kassokilleri2ff Pleased you got it sorted

[@leoh1191]

Scott Mandelson is no Eddie Hall

[@AmirAmir-qq8gu]

if you want HP you have to eat much and if you want damage you have to train

[@PsGamer-fz8uw]

A proper American. Big words no proof.

[@jackhargreaves1911]

It’s weird how an imperial sport like powerlifting (the numbers never lie) attracts fantasists like SM. I guess his problems stem from deep (and well deserved) feelings of inadequacy?

[@sairicfire101]

His ego inflates his numbers...haha

[@yamanmustafa7574]

"Powerlifting Pacific". Did you mean SPECIFIC?

[@joeperry2065]

Wow. Scott is so strong.

[@dennisorr1746]

Eddie Hall at his best wins deadlift and squat. Scott had best bench. If standing shoulder press of any kind we're included, Eddie also wins.

[@31stoffl]

Think Scott is a little bit Senile 😅

[@nicholasdimedio302]

Also big bench would make deadlift harder

[@goldingott9032]

Not even a question, they've come out pretty close and you're judging on power lifting events, let's add in an overhead like the axle press and see how much Eddie dominates.

[@StrengthUniverse]

I'm judging based on the information that's available and as Scot has only ever been a powerlifting these lifts are all there were

[@goldingott9032]

Yeah that makes sense, and sorry I think my comment came across far more critical and aggressive than intended haha

[@StrengthUniverse]

@@goldingott9032 No worries buddy 👍

[@frigher1337]

Nobody can mess with 2017 Eddie Hall, sorry for being fanboy but thats the truth. He was the strongest man ever walked on the planet.

[@robinnorqvist2319]

Scott talks shit!!!Beast will crush him in bouth squat and deadlift💪

[@drumsofdoom]

Scott Mendelson is the man and what he says is true. Eddie is good, but Scott in his prime would have destroyed him.

[@danielcormier1777]

Eddie all day any day is stronger overall. Mendy is a story teller 🤣

[@tupapasote]

So Scott is only better at the only thing strongman don't do so often. It makes sense.

[@rayclam8079]

Scot is the strongest boiled egg in history.