Strongman Fans Are in Awe of Hafthor Björnsson Deadlifting 1,104 Pounds

Thors warm up was a casual 925 pounds deadlift followed by a 1,025 deadlift. On his third attempt, Bjrnsson went for the goal of 1,104 pounds. Commentators pointed out Thor never picked up that much weight before, even when training. But with little struggle, Thor was able to deadlift the half-ton weight.

Im speechless, Bjornsson said in an interview after breaking the record. Im so happy and thankful I got the chance to do this, even with all the shit the world is going through.

He added, Not only did I pull this incredible weight, but I also just feel great afterwards. Im standing here, tall, with no injuries.

Soon after the lift, fans swarmed social media to share their collective awe and disbelief at the lift.

Me: Gave up twenty minutes into a thirty-minute cycle this morning because I'm a weenie. Hafr Bjrnsson: https://t.co/m7KSXqP9YS Christopher Reeves (@Schadenfreudian)

Hafthor Bjrnsson just made a 1104lb deadlift look like nothing. Sam Mitchell (@SMitch3ll)

Didnt think it would happen but Hafr Bjrnsson absolutely smashed that 501KG world record deadlift! Made it look unbelievably easy Louis (@thatPoleLouis)

For example, I can only deadlift 425 pounds... Bjrnsson is lifting almost 700 pounds more than me.. fuck Nathan Reid (@nathanreid)

Bjrnsson's historic lift was supposed to be attempted at a Worlds Ultimate Strongman Competition, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, the competition was moved to a livestream featuring various strongman record attempts. The main attraction of the livestream competition was Thor's lift, which was attempted with only essential assistance and crew in attendance. And fans were quick to comment on the fact that a global pandemic can't even stop Thor.

I just watched Hafr Jlus Bjrnsson lift 501 kg live on Youtube and I'd say this man is using his quarantine time well. Andr Lima Arajo (@erdna11)

Hafr Jlus Bjrnsson can probably punch coronavirus to oblivion Immoral Technique (@Jamandass_)

But no fan commentary would be complete without mentioning how Bjrnsson used his post-lift interview to call out former record holder Eddie Hall to a literal boxing match.

Prime athlete Hafr Bjrnsson pulls an incredible 501kg deadlift then calls out retired strongman Eddie Hall to a boxing match. Wait.. what?! pic.twitter.com/ZMSqW1f26t Jakeb (@jakeybeau262)

Don't you want to take a shower or a nap first, Thor?