The Mountain from Game of Thrones deadlifts 501 kg, breaks world record

Actor Hafthor Bjornsson, who played The Mountain in Game of Thrones, broke the deadlift world record by lifting 501 kg.

The Mountain is at the top of the deadlift world. Game of Thrones actor Hafthor Bjornsson, who played Gregor The Mountain Clegane in the series, set a deadlift world record by lifting 501 kilograms (1,104 pounds) on Saturday.

Bjornsson, the 2018 World’s Strongest Man, made the successful attempt at Thor’s Power Gym in his native Iceland.

“I have no words. What an amazing day, one I will remember for the rest of my life. I said I was coming for it and once I set my mind on something I’m a dog with a bone. Want to give a huge shoutout to my family, friends, coaches, fans, sponsors and haters, all of whom helped this lift be possible,” he wrote while sharing the video of the moment he set the world record.

“I believe today I could’ve done more, but what’s the point?” the 31-year-old Bjornsson told ESPN. “I’m happy with this.”

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Eddie Hall set the previous record in 2016 at the World Deadlift Championships, with the Englishman lifting 500 kilos (1,102 pounds).