Something About Losing This Battle Just Feels Right

After a great battle with ‪@SHAWSTRENGTH‬ I came second at The Shaw Classic. Something about losing this battle feels right.
It was an absolute honour to compete alongside Brian, join him for his last stone run and last-ever event as a strongman. I was lucky enough to have the best seat in the house to cheer him on for the final event of his legendary career.
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[@Raaven0991]

Losing to Brian is a right of passage, what a honor to be the last one.

[@Thunderjug389]

Lmaoooooo😂

[@respox2191]

rite*

[@bizwebb5991]

Actually, 13 athletes were the last to lose to Brian. 😊

[@j.rolanddindosorianojr3257]

Mitch looking small beside brian

[@PKPhoenix83]

Would be like losing to Jordan or Babe Ruth. To get so close shows everything about you. To be gracious, shows even more. Pure class.

[@ColinGrym]

As a fan of both you and Brian, I don't think that could have ended any better. Brian retiring with a win in his own world-level event was a fitting capstone to a legendary career, and you beating everyone else just further proves you aren't going anywhere except the podium. LHBK!

[@wifflebat14]

Perfect summary of how I felt. Watching you put that last block down on the third stair and cheer Brian on was seriously emotional stuff. Good work Mitch

[@colmwhateveryoulike3240]

Agreed!

[@SomeYouTubeGuy]

For Brian to put on a world class event, compete in it himself at the highest level, win the event and then return all the prize money to bump up the purse for everyone else is just such a class act.

[@deanshields8031]

Not a single loss at this Shaw classic. So many winners, the athletes, the fans and the sport as a whole.

[@brianbf9750]

Best PPV I've ever bought Great show I hope it continues to grow. You are a big part of the future of Strongman. I think you and Tom will be battling it out for years. Brian retiring on top was incredible to watch. I hope the prize money went up substantially from the PPVs and him giving back his winnings. I can see the Shaw Classic getting as big as WSM. If WSM doesn't adapt to modern social media and live streaming it will be passed by other events. Huge congratulations for your performance and 2nd place. Love the Dad hat you wore Congratulations it's the best job in the world. Wishing you nothing but the best for the future Heal up quickly and can't wait to see the next competition

[@rjgrasmuck62]

I watched the competition in person. Watching you at the top with Brian, and to stop so you could root him on for his last event, was hands down one of the most inspirational things I’ve ever seen!! I’m so glad I got to be a part of it.

[@danday9697]

It was one of the best events that I've watched. The lifts were heavy but its nice to see lifts that not everyone can do. It really showcases how impressive it is for the ones that do finish. I'd much rather see that, then all strongman finish quickly, and we have to see how fast they did it. The crowd was electric. You helping brian up the last step and raising his hand was such a great moment that i wont forget. It felt like a passing of the torch type of thing.

[@JamesWilliams-vq2er]

I am not sure why people keep saying that Shaw Classic was more about strength while WSM is more about speed. 4 out of the 8 events at the Shaw classic dealt with the quickest time and 3 out of the 6 final WSM events dealt with the quickest time.

[@bulletproof1581]

@@JamesWilliams-vq2er You're thinking about things in a basic way, one competition could have a farmers walk that is so light that every competitor is damn near sprinting with it, and another competition could have a farmers walk so heavy that every competitor is walking slowly with it, now with both farmers walks if people are able to get to the end of the walk, then points have no choice but to be given based on time, but one farmers walk is still clearly more about strength hence the walking, where as the other one is clearly a weak farmers walk hence the ability to run with it

[@danday9697]

@JamesWilliams-vq2er look at wsm. The truck pull had pretty much everyone finish relatively quick. So it wasn't how strong you are. It was how fast you do it. You can have a clock for things, but when everyone finishes, and finishes quick. It becomes less about speed

[@JamesWilliams-vq2er]

Last year Mitchell beat the second place finisher by 4.5 seconds and he beat Brian by 7.5 seconds. In the history of the super yoke the smaller guys have always had troubles with that event. Yet, mitch who weighs 120lbs less than Brian beat him by a large margin. Putting 1150lbs on your shoulders and moving it 25 meters should benefit the bigger guys

[@danday9697]

@JamesWilliams-vq2er on the truck pull? No. Every single guy but one was within 3 seconds. It was a race

[@chemstreescreations]

Your motto Lift Heavy Be Kind really speaks volumes to all of the strongman like Brian, Tom, Luke, yourself and so many others that have so much love for each other and the fans. You're all so inspirational not only in physical strength but your mental and emotional strength as well! Thank you for sharing with the world what you do!

[@liamengram6326]

Brian going out with a win AND the fact that the top prize money will now be split among all the other athletes (as he has done every year with his winnings at the SC) is the perfect way to wrap up and summarize his strongman career both as one of the best to ever do it, and inarguably the best ambassador for the sport that strongman has ever seen.

[@joytee4967]

As I watched the competition, I saw how you do indeed lift heavy and still be kind. You exemplify the best in sport, being a team player even in a solitary game. So proud to have you represent Canada, and you make me feel that I can be proud of eeven my smallest accomplishments, even though I’m disabled. Thank you so much! ❤ from Canada

[@mitchellhooperstrongman]

#LHBK 💪

[@cromdevotee449]

That podium is going to be like the 2009 WSM podium, which had Z, Shaw and Pudz, a total of 13 wins on one podium. You and Tom are going to win a lot of shows and have some great battles for as long as you both stay interested in the sport.

[@u_suck_i_rock]

After this year I see the Shaw Classic right behind WSM. WSM has the prestige and history but I think Shaw has the better show and it gets better every year. Its the heaviest competition and it really tests all strengths. There's no heats, everybody does the same events. Congrats on the performance it was such an epic show. Brian keeps taking the sport to new heights and I dont see that stopping any time soon.

[@Joe___R]

The Shaw Classic is definitely the shows who is truly the best strongman at that time. Brian understands what makes for a great show for the competitors as well as the fans. He truly is the strongest man on earth and I am glad to see him officially win that title before he retired.

[@Ont785]

Obviously, super proud of your performance and was super happy to see you competing head to head with Brian on many events. I’m also super excited to see how you and Tom, Evan and the other athletes have really really stepped up. I’ve always wondered how the sport would be without some of these big names; but We’re seeing “new” names who are stepping into and growing the sport. Super Job well done! 🇨🇦

[@VAHOSS]

Mitch you are quickly becoming my favorite strongman. The genuine respect and compassion that you have for Brian is awesome. You standing on the stairs and cheering Brian on brought tears to my eyes. You're a good dude

[@cayleharmon-moore5085]

Only strongman show I have been to in person. We loved watching you and Brian compete, and I think you were killing it and pushing Brian to an ultimate win. I was rooting for Brian, not gonna lie, but on day one I had accepted I would be ok with you winning as you were just so much fun to watch and have been great to follow online. My wife and I bought some shirts for our kids at the expo and had a great overall experience. Thank you and look forward to watching you in the future.

[@BruceWayne-nf5wo]

You in no way lost that battle. You just proved how worthy you are of WSM title to all those who doubted you. Plain and simple.

[@EbonAvatar]

Who doubts someone who wins WSM and the Arnold in the same year? That's like the tennis grand slam of strongman

[@dr.butttoot9512]

​@EbonAvatar WSM, Arnold, and Now Shaw Classic will be the Triple Crown! Who will be 1st to do it? Mitch is definitely a top pick if not the Top pick. Shaw will be the hardest for him going forward, as Shaw wants his to be the heaviest competition.

[@epiccabbage6530]

@@dr.butttoot9512 Shaw Classic definently was not the triple crown before this because having the guy who organized in the comp is always gonna make people question its legitimacy, especially when he's never been out of the top 2. Also consider what mitch said about doing literal rope climbs earlier in the week lol, shaw classic just isnt at that level yet.

[@aych131]

​@@epiccabbage6530I think having shaw compete doesn't significantly reduce the legitimacy because 1. He's in the hall of Fame of the sport, so ofc he's going to do well. and 2. They're the same events we see in other shows. 3. There's no negative publicity from other competitors about it feeling rigged or being in Brian's favor unfairly.

[@patricknoll81]

​@@epiccabbage6530I feel like he had to compete at first to get it off of the ground. Now that he will strictly be promoting and organizing, it can take off as it's own entity.

[@lukedavid6640]

Absolutely amazing show. Brian set out to make it a great experience for the athletes and the fans and he did that and then some. Hats off to you for amazing performance this past weekend.

[@simonduque9943]

Smart decision to cheer Brian at the end of the last event, will be a moment to remember 💪

[@Dad_Is_Bored]

You know Mitch, i think you cleared something up for me, You said that you didn't come up having watched these other guys and the greats like Brian. And I realize it was probably not so much of a lack of respect on your part, but just that you hadn't yet fully gotten the scope of the magnitude of their accomplishments in the sport. All of that so say this, at first, when you started in the Sport (in my mind as a nobody) I was like, "who is this guy and why should he get to compete with the best when he is literally untested?" But I've come to like you and frankly, I think you are what this sports needs, someone who is a rapid rise and explosive athlete with massive power and potential. Good stuff Mitch!

[@bizwebb5991]

I thought the moment you and Brian shared on the last stair of his last event in his last competition was poetic. It was a sort of passing of the torch from a legend in the sport to someone we will be saying the same thing about in years to come. Your meteoric rise in the sport has been astonishing, to say the least. Admittedly, I thought you might be a one-hit wonder, a fluke. I was so wrong. It is undeniable your accomplishments are not a fluke. You will be remembered as one of the best to compete in this sport.

[@fluffyscruffy]

Congrats, Mitch! You are an inspiration for everyone - as a skinny-chicken-leggy Canadian, you inspire me to improve my strength and to be kind.

[@Lucas_Jeffrey]

me too. Doing hack squats every week now, always reflecting on how bouncy and athletic Mitch is.

[@jonyoung9408]

It's awesome watching your rise on the big stage. Brian has had an incredible career as a strongman but I feel like his biggest accomplishment is being an ambassador for the sport and bringing more eyeballs, support and notoriety to the athletes and the sport. He's raised the profiles of ALL strongmen athletes which is awesome!

[@JaceLovesStrength]

I was supposed to be there in person. I purchased tickets months ago. But due to an electrical fire in my home, I had to stay home this past weekend and watch the event on my phone. Thank you to you, Brian, and the rest of the guys for always continuing to inspire me. I wish I could have been there in person to see Brian's final competition and your epic battle, but I consider myself blessed to have experienced it the way that I did. Congratulations to you on another fine podium!

[@ralphschannel6650]

I hope you and your family are doing ok. God bless you.

[@RamblinAround]

Really love your attitude man, it's nice to see your respect and reverence towards Brian. I have a feeling you are on your way to winning many titles.

[@codymarandola3164]

Passing of the torch!!

[@zachknell8125]

Fairy tale ending for Brian was perfect. The love everyone has for him was on display. Looking forward to watching you and Tom battle it out going forward. Thinking Evan will atart making his way onto podiums soon too.

[@cody4109]

The show was amazing, there are only a few shows that truly mean a lot, WSM, Arnold’s, Rogue and now the Shaw Classic (strongest man on earth). This show was literally Brian passing the torch off to all of you men who competed but Mitch it was legendary watching Brian and you battle and watching Brian give everything to prove that the man is a legend. Brian is one of a few men that has dragged this sport into the mainstream and watching him put that yoke on all of you guys shoulders was an absolute privilege to watch. All of you guys respect to Brian is a massive privilege to watch as well.

[@bucketliftsheavy]

I see this as a kind of “passing of the torch” type of thing. Seeing the two of you standing on top of those stairs was definitely something special. Let’s go moose, your turn to be the next great. I’m rooting for you brother 🤙🏻

[@roberteckert9152]

Mitchell, both the Shaw Classic and you are on a limitless trajectory! I look forward to watching your career and how the Strongest Man on Earth develop! Cheers

[@florisdebest7404]

I love your humble personality and respect you give to everyone. You are made for big things.

[@GetaVe]

Super solid performance overall. And from everyone involved. It’s really cool, as a Canadian, to have one of the elite competitors currently be Canadian himself and be able to share in the last competition of the strongest man on earth. Brian shaw.

[@jayyyjude]

I think one of the underrated things about this show, is it shows that Brian Shaw still had it in him and it makes things like you winning his group last year at WSM even more impressive

[@JBS7551]

Yeah he just kept running into hamstring tears and it took him until now to be back to where he was! Very commendable@@chancefluke7833

[@Trunk_Arms]

You did great Mitch, you and Brian battling it out reminds me of Big Z and Lalas in the 2014 final. Pretty close but Brian was just that bit stronger. And it was the best competition the strength world has ever seen overall with the other strength sports that were held in it, combined with the true, ultimate test of who is the strongest man on earth. I'm just mesmerized by how epic it is for Brian to end his strongman career being in his prime on the greatest win of his career or at least the greatest win to add to his career. This makes Brian the strongest man in history in my opinion. Nobody has reached their peak at 41 years of age, ever. With all those world records, 4 WSM wins, 1 Shaw Classic win, 3 Arnold wins and this Strongest Man on Earth title at 41 years of age. Brian is just something else for achieving this and organizing such an amazing competition.

[@SpudFarmer]

Old Guard vs New Guard

[@Pepesilvia267]

Watched it live online. It was one of the best events I’ve seen. Part of strongman IMO is supporting other strongmen and cheering them on. This isn’t seen much in other sports. I think winning is partly coming in the top ranks but also in how you cheer on and support the other athletes. 2nd at Shaw classic is incredible but for sure you won 1st in cheering and supporting the athletes and the sport. I loved watching you and Brian duke it out! Reminder me of Brian and Big Z duking it out.

[@jameslindholm166]

Got to see the second day in person and I’m so great full I got to witness that last event. All the other competitors came out from behind the curtain to watch. It was definitely a part of strongman history.

[@HeCoversMe]

You’re a class act Mitchell, don’t ever change

[@morganalbrecht9411]

Was so awesome be screaming in person when y’all were on the top of the power stairs!

[@yougotfelted8297]

dude you are one of my favorite strongman and a role model. A class act. Thanks for what you do.

[@chipgoode9515]

Mitch you are incredibly respectful to your competitors and an amazing person to have representing the sport. I am so beyond excited to watch you in your future of Strongman! ❤

[@julian8786]

Reallly loved the show. For hard-core strongman fans The Shaw Classic/Strongest man on Earth is the go to event. Hopefully in the future it'll have an even bigger outreach to more people. Losing to Brian on his last show is a loss I feel many would be happy with. Many have said that podium picture was the passing of the torch and I can kinda see that despite you guys being amazing, I can now see you guys continuing to improve the sport as athletes. It was awesome to meet you at the expo on Friday and get my new belt signed!

[@VAHOSS]

This years Shaw Classic was my favorite show of all times. And I've been watching strongman for YEARS

[@CM-tl4tn]

Keep on. Love the message you're putting out there.

[@davidweasner4314]

As a huge fan of the sport for many years, since the 80s, I’ve become a huge fan of Brian Shaw. I couldn’t make it to the Shaw Classic so I ordered it on demand and was able to finish watching it this morning. My admiration for you, Moose, has multiplied by the 1000s. After the last event when you greeted Brian at the top and encouraged him to finish strong and hugged. You’re now one of my personal top favorites. You truly are a stand up guy. Lift heavy and be kind.

[@espenstoro]

Absolutely brilliant performance, sir! I had you or Tom for the title, but hey, Brian smashed it like he did in his prime. Quite an emotional finale. And let's not ignore that Tom zeroed the first event, and still made the podium, that's crazy impressive. Y'all are incredible. Thanks for a great show.

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

It’s funny for the past I think four years in a row I have predicted Brian to win every competition he was in. Except for this one, I predicted he would come in fifth lol to see him win and thinking he would not. Man it was awesome.

[@calebgodard4554]

Wonderful video and great comp. Thanks, Mitch!

[@brutalhonesty5138]

Congratulations Mitch! Your performance was amazing. I'm glad you had that experience with Brian for his last competition and you are definitely the future of strongman.

[@FAHQGAMING]

Bro Its kinda crazy this new guy comes onto the scene and mitchell is so damn humble you cant help but to love the guy and now that brian has retired I cant help but root this guy on. I love your attitude in everything that you do. Wish I had that kind of drive when I was younger

[@jamesvanpelt5245]

Getting to watch this live was amazing, it felt like a passing of the torch at the end

[@knightgold1000]

I was there from Canada with my friend Bobby. Wonderful weekend ! My voice is just beginning to coming back!

[@hardchooligan]

Was so amazing being there live. Obviously I'm happy Brian went out on top but you definitely proved you are the future of the sport. Coming in 2nd with an injury is incredible. Thank you for doing the expo, I wish more athletes had both for us fans and for themselves to grow their brands and fan base. As someone who lives in Colorado, altitude is real if you arnt used to it. Would definitely recommend coming 5-7 days before in the future when possible to help acclimate

[@Benyan1763]

It was amazing being there. Congratulations on such a powerful performance. I think the ending was perfect and it can be all yours next year.

[@charliewolf1163]

I’m a ride or die B Shaw fan! You have definitely blown up and much deserved too!!!! Congratulations hope the ham string is a bump in the road looking forward to your future

[@SliPsHoTiFc]

Loved every minute. You have had a big year. I’m sure it’s been taxing. Watching your explosion through the events are a clear indication of your power. I think static strength is ultimately something you have no shortage of but can also improve tremendously. Utmost respect for you and how you handle yourself throughout comp and before and after. Much love from canada

[@Powerhouse73]

Nothing but mad respect to you my friend! An awesome show with the best and most respectful athletes in any sport. Thanks for all that you do for the fans and for your kindness towards us. You took the time during the WSM to speak to and take a pic with my family. My sons still talk about it. A longtime Shaw fan but also a Moose fan, as well!

[@jeremyp5210]

Athletes like you Mr. Hooper , and Mr. Shaw are the reason this sport is the best. You guys are icons with good sportsmanship.

[@19TheChaosWarrior79]

It was a great show. Had to stay awake as it started at 20:00hrs both days but I had Loz & Liz to keep me awake. The level you all pushed each other to was brilliant. Seeing you getting a couple of tips off Aivars on the power stairs shows that everyone wants everyone to be at their peak. Not many other sports have that and that's why I like strongman/women so much

[@Dboii17]

Mitchell your truly a inspiration & an absolute beast. Keep spreading the Love & Knowledge

[@user-ee5om5kl2l]

Great episode Shaw Classic My favourite

[@brennon9755]

So glad I’ve found this channel. Mitch is one of the most inspiring people I’ve watched on social media. Such a breathe of fresh air to watch, keep it up brother 🤝

[@MB-xk2nn]

What a class act you are ! Be routing for you every show you enter ! I’ve now subbed to your channel

[@johnhubler178]

That was a great effort and a true class act. Thanks for taking the time to talk to everyone. Looking forward to your article on the CPAP debacle.

[@stephenmcdonald7385]

Love the honesty with the hardships of making the video immediately. People don't talk enough about the challenge of preforming/putting in the effort. Run a family business. It's hard to put in the work. Great to see the challenge acknowledged

[@ironwill5884]

Total class! That’s why I only wanted one competitor’s T shirt-Mitch Hooper’s LHBK. Mitch is so inspiring ❤❤❤❤

[@GaryDoom]

I like how you have so much love/ respect for brain and you handle your self very well. Lots of respect for you. Lots of luck in the future

[@SoJoh86]

Amazing competition! Big fan of Shaw and now a fan of the Moose.. Can't wait to see you and the giant Scotsman battle in the future.. and all the other guys for that matter.. This is just an awesome time for the sport of strongman in my opinion.. LHBK💪

[@houstonburnett5805]

I felt like this was the best competition that I have seen to date! Great job all the way around!

[@gabet.200]

You really showed your awesome character on the power stairs. Watching that made me smile so much. Keep being awesome Hoop!

[@suffolk.candles]

Well done man, looked like a sick competition. That trophy is wicked!

[@vimesagainsthumanity]

Bro, meeting you was something else. You're the real deal and have made a family of fans for life!

[@xxxvampir3xxx]

It was awesome watching it

[@scottmiller6270]

Being as humble as you are, makes you a Champion!!

[@happygolukky]

You walking out on that log press and putting up nearly 3 was electric! Total class act!

[@IvIidnight]

Congratulations, sir.

[@kenwallisch4956]

It was a pleasure meeting you! You are an amazing athlete and human. Keep up the great work.

[@andrewgilbertson5356]

It was a great contest. Brian pulled out a performance which was a blast from the past. Being his last ever contest reignited him. This was up there with his WSM, Arnold’s, victories . Other good efforts from Tom, a while ago I think he may not have been able to fight back. Thomas Evans put in a very show, he should get an invite to Rogue. Mitch fought till the end, The Dad Hat suits you.👑🦀

[@Eparker09]

Class act, I really enjoyed the show. All you guys did great.

[@anthonyflores2297]

Mitch your performance was amazing! I was there live pulling for Brian, I've followed you closely since the last years world's and you have been soo impressive. I love your branding and encouraging kindelness I can't wait to see you compete over and over again

[@bbeeby21]

Your a class act, Mitch. Look forward to what your going to do in Strongman and life, you gained quite a few fans from the Classic including my sons and myself.

[@coryboyd7958]

Great job Mitch! You are now a great part of history both for you and Brian. Thanks

[@DaYUPR]

Contest was insane, that moment with you and Brian was incredible, definitely had a smile on my face for that ending.

[@dannyrivera2]

Better than all the other comps. Great job, it was amazing watching all of you compete.

[@moosemoose8211]

I was at the show and it was epic. It was my first strongman show big fan of you and Brian so I was very excited that you guys kept going head to head. But I was most excited when Tom started going beast mode that was just crazy. Can’t wait for next year

[@cainhillman8073]

I think it was genuinely one of the best shows ive seen, certainly one of the best this year, so many storylines and a super heavy, stacked event card. Its one of the "big 4" shows in strongman calendar i would say 👍💪

[@shannonsisk]

Coming in 2nd to that version of Brian with a hamstring injury is quite amazing. It was so awesome watching the comp in person.

[@haroldneaus6225]

I love how heavy Brian's show is it's truly turning into the strongest man on earth show. All the respect to all the strongmen in the show.

[@Chevy0024]

Very impressed with you young man!

[@parttimecomix]

Awesome recap 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@tobyteelow]

Love the format its a great show well.done onnthe 2nd place

[@nigeltrigger4499]

Admire your humility! A true sports person!

[@krazzyivan100]

Loved the whole weekend!!! The expo was awesome but now I have to many t shirts. It was great to meet you, that smile never fades.speakers were awesome it was much more enjoyable to attend than worlds strongest man, they have a lot of work to catch up. Loved comps between rounds , seeing ode Haugen (sp?) Compete in grip was awesome.

[@paulalanmder7149]

Congratulations on a terrific performance. Incredible

[@IvIidnight]

Literally subscribed because of the title. Much respect.

[@shinyhappyshibas1385]

Love your insight and humility! Count a new Mitchell Hooper fan in me.

[@jeremiahgriffin9428]

. Great work this weekend!

[@18Jair10]

I ppv from Costa Rica, it was a great event, great performance Mitch and it was awesome to see that part of sports history

[@noahharrington8883]

Shaw Classic was my first in person competition and it was so cool to see all of you guys live in person instead of on a TV screen! Hope to see you back in 24 for the next one

[@bradprovik453]

Honor indeed! Amazing show and performance - you showed great class and grace stopping the stairs to cheer on Brian, Mitch. As an athlete who pins the fact he got to even compete against Brian once on his board of lifetime accomplishments, I'm glad you feel the same reverence as the guys who have looked up to him for 15 years. Thanks Brian.

[@oxman619sd]

I think you yourself put it the best talking to Loz on a previous video, there’s a grand slam in strongman now and it’s WSM, ASC, Rouge Invitational and now Strongest Man on Earth/Shaw Classic. They all offer unique opportunities and challenges and right now the sport is in the best spot it’s ever been in which is good for everyone.