The 2023 World's Strongest Man finals will feature six challenging events. Here's a detailed breakdown of predicted winners and top challengers for each event.

Fingal's Fingers

• Predicted Winner: Martins Licis - Combines optimal pressing power and speed; 2019 winner and 2022 runner-up
• Top Challenger: Brian Shaw - Despite his size, excels with pressing power and leverage advantage

Deadlift

• Predicted Winner: Oleksii Novikov - Dominated 2022 finals with a two-rep lead
• Top Challenger: Trey Mitchell - Tied for second in previous WSM, consistently strong puller

Shield Carry

• Predicted Winner: Mitchell Hooper - Showcased exceptional speed and load-carrying ability in 2022 Giant's Medley
• Top Challenger: Luke Stoltman - Demonstrated impressive stamina and strength in similar events

Max Dumbbell

• Predicted Winner: Oleksii Novikov - Current Flintstone Barbell world record holder
• Top Challenger: Martins Licis - Proven overhead pressing specialist

Vehicle Pull

• Predicted Winner: Oleksii Novikov - Superior technique and leverage utilization
• Top Challenger: Tom Stoltman - Placed third in 2022, capable of winning any strongman event

Atlas Stones

• Predicted Winner: Tom Stoltman - Dominated 2022 stone event with unmatched speed and strength
• Top Challenger: Oleksii Novikov - Looking for redemption after 2022 performance

Notable is Novikov's absence from the Arnold Strongman Classic, suggesting focused preparation for these events. Several athletes could potentially upset these predictions, making for an exciting competition.

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