“I’m doing what I can do, and i’m proud of myself, and i’m proud of Tom”. Class act Mitch.

@Lucas_Jeffrey

16 күн бұрын

I'm proud of Evan!! Excellent showing from him this year! He is a class act as well

@fanfeck2844

16 күн бұрын

IKR, people say he’s arrogant, but I never see him bad mouth anyone, just got confidence

@Minifliek

16 күн бұрын

​@@fanfeck2844People often mistake confidence for arrogance. But I think people don't realize the drive needed to want to be the best.

@espenstoro

16 күн бұрын

@@fanfeck2844 I can't see any arrogance. An arrogant person doesn't cheer for his fellow competitors and doesn't treat everyone with respect. Mitch does those things.

@mediaproof960

16 күн бұрын

It's funny to me when ppl say Mitch is arrogant. LHBK...

No stone left unturned : skincare. Featuring Adam Ondra

@martenkorf9343

16 күн бұрын

*One stone left unturned

@pavelbratchenko3885

16 күн бұрын

I'm rooting for Mitch / Magnus collab, yo

@Lucas_Jeffrey

16 күн бұрын

@@pavelbratchenko3885 Omggg that would be so awesome lol

@johanjohansson925

16 күн бұрын

@@pavelbratchenko3885 That'd be awesome!

@toasteroven6761

16 күн бұрын

@@pavelbratchenko3885 Hope Mitch see's this, certainly a fun way to improve grip, they probably have something or an exercise that can help prevent sliding grip (which contributed to hand tear, along with an apparently rusty bar that mitch had for some reason).

I'm from Scotland so was obviously rooting for the Stoltman brothers but I just wanted to say that the way you conduct yourself is a credit to you and your sport.Hopefully, you continue to push each other to great things in the future. I enjoy your content and will continue to follow you.

@scottessery100

16 күн бұрын

totally agree

@lf67hh28

16 күн бұрын

Pretty poor that Tom doesn't use the Scottish flag tbh, actually it's a disgrace.

@nolan564

16 күн бұрын

​@lf67hh28 the only disgrace is a clown who makes an uneducated comment. At WSM all those athletes have to represent the U.K. While at giants live and other shows he wears and represents scotland. Even still, he had a scottish flag right after the stone run before standing on the podium.

@lf67hh28

16 күн бұрын

@nolan564 The UK isn't a country, is the point. No true Scotsman would ever wear that rag. Then again, Bryce runs the show though and they have to bend over for a payday 😂 Calling your superiors a clown is interesting, though, wee man. 😂

@truthhurts6958

16 күн бұрын

​@@lf67hh28 Get a life 🤡

The fact you tore your hand and still managed to hold onto second place is nothing short of remarkable.

@nicholassmith7048

16 күн бұрын

Pun intended?

@scottmacgregor3444

16 күн бұрын

​@nicholassmith7048 by the skin of his.... Although to be real there was a decent gap between him and Singleton.

@ur-inannak9565

16 күн бұрын

In the first event too. He basically came 2nd with lubed play dough hands.

@nickcompton5981

15 күн бұрын

It happens to lots of these guys.

9:45 that was fucking adorable.

@JGals-Journey

16 күн бұрын

The woman's reaction in the background makes it even more so 👌🏻❤️ Stoltman fan here but mitch is top notch and a real ambassador going forward for the sport

@Lucas_Jeffrey

16 күн бұрын

@@JGals-Journey Awe I didn't see her! Thanks for pointing it out. Yea so cute.

@espenstoro

16 күн бұрын

Best moment 😊

@GetaVe

16 күн бұрын

That literally brought tears to my eyes. What a genuine moment.

@shake4259

15 күн бұрын

Baby fever ​@@JGals-Journey

The little kid " Mitch Hooper! You are my favorite strongman!" Loved that so much!

@kdawg2205

15 күн бұрын

That is my son Hudson! He had an amazing time and Mitch, being his true self, was so great with him

@darksteeltorqueo4397

14 күн бұрын

Me too! that was my favorite part in the video tbh

It's 1 thing seeing a man when he wins. But when he loses shows who he is. You are a legend Mitchell.

@weedermann

16 күн бұрын

How did Mitch lose? I saw him on the podium, gouged hands and all.

@QueenToKingOfSpades

16 күн бұрын

@@weedermannPlacing on the podium is great, but in strongman it’s all about the title.

This crowd looks tiny in comparison to even some smaller local shows. I really wish WSM would give the guys the atmosphere they deserve at such a high level of proffesional sport, the build up to this event was sooo quiet and under advertised. I understand that its a TV show but strongman has grown now and i think people should really be given a chance to watch it live , we dont care if there are TV segments etc being filmed throughout , its just a chance for people to watch their favourite athletes performing live and to be able to support the sport in the process by paying for it. WELL DONE MITCHELL HOOPER, an event like this deserves to be seen LIVE by the masses and you deserve to be SEEN LIVE by the masses.

@infernus6278

16 күн бұрын

I think strongmen should start ignoring this competition because its absolute garbage. Its the worst 'major' show and it has no fucking business being the 'main' title in strongmen

@trudijohnson8716

16 күн бұрын

100% agree

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

Who that's actually a serious Strongman fan didn't know WSM would be in Myrtle Beach for over a year? It's not the organizers fault that we didn't show up.

@meatsweatmundungus6415

16 күн бұрын

The actual contest was really good this year, all the events were good and well weighted, the events ran in a timely manner, the in person experience was good. The only bad thing was that there was no livestream

@johnspartan3465

16 күн бұрын

@@infernus6278 so true, all they care about is tv money they dont give a damn about growing the sport, i dont even bother watching wsm anymore

No condolences for you. You get a congratulations. You just took 2nd place to a Tom Stoltman who brought his A-Game. You did incredible. Congratulations.

To finish 2nd at Worlds with the hand issues you had from basically the beginning of the finals is an amazing feat. Personally that’s just as impressive as a lot of your wins. Love that champion’s mentality and the attitude and frankly grace you showed battling through and injury like you have. The Moose Legacy just grows.

I was really pleased for Tom, as a big Stoltman fan but it's impossible not to love Mitch. The attitude towards others is phenomenal. No excuses, no hoping for others to do bad so he can win, nothing but love and respect for his fellow competitors. That's the amazing thing about this sport. Even last place cheers for the winner. No other sport like it!

Hooper makes us proud to be Canadian and lately that's been a hard thing to be, a proud Canadian. Standing with the likes of Gretzki, GSP and the like, a classy sportsman of the highest caliber. 2025 watch out!

@TrentBrent-vu6mn

15 күн бұрын

If you don’t know how to spell Gretzky u better study harder.

Year ago thought Hooper was arrogant. This year opinion of him gone through the roof. Honest, humble and genuine. Top lad.

@locks69

16 күн бұрын

why on earth did you think that

@aeis3007

16 күн бұрын

​@@locks69 Probably because what he said and how he acted after first winning the Arnold. He came off that way to a lot of people after that.

@TheHonestPeanut

16 күн бұрын

@@aeis3007 was it "it's not about me, it's about doing the work. Today is the first day of getting to work on the next thing"? That's what I remember from his exit interview. What do you remember?

@jackiebuttnor8410

16 күн бұрын

I'm glad your opinion changed. But, I have never seen him act arrogant. At least compared to some of the Strongmen that I have watched. Confident and thrilled to win that early in his Pro career. But not arrogant.

@ofnair

16 күн бұрын

I think his honest assessment of himself is taken for arrogance. If he is the best, he will say so. But if he is not the best, he will also be the first to say so.

Good job Mitch. It was a great battle between you and Tom, fun to watch from the spreadsheets

5:14 I VERY MUCH appreciate you allowing us to see/witness this side of you and the sport, Mitch.

An inspiration you are !! Have a fantastic 2024 and keep up the spirit.

I'm from Scotland and I love your attitude mate. Tom winning was awesome but the takeaway for me this year was your attitude and stoicism. Love watching your channel and you Inspire me to the best version of me that I can. Congrats on a truly amazing performance.

Mitchell, a true gracious champ!!! I met yourself at GL Glasgow last year and not only a unbelievable strongman but a great guy, to give praise to the new champ like you have proves your LHBK philosophy and although I am a big stoltman brothers fan, you have gained a moose fan for life buddy. Hope the hands heal up fast.

LHBK! 2nd Strongest in the world with no hands. 🙌🏻

@AtlasPolskaStrongman

16 күн бұрын

It is not uncommon for strongmen to tear their hands in the first event. That's definitely not an excuse. Hooper was brutally strong, but he lost because Tom was stronger. Even without this "injury" he would finish second. So yeah he came second with two hands. Props to that by the way.

@theraspful

16 күн бұрын

I didn’t hear him making an excuse

@youtubeconnollyfamily

16 күн бұрын

It’s the new Brian/big Z rivalry. Tom and Mitch will go back-and-forth each year and something stupid will happen that is out of their control to cost them a point or two. Like when Brian’s bag fell from the barrel, and cost him a WSM title. Mitch’s skin ripping apart. It won’t be the last time something like this happens, and next year, something will probably happen to Tom to cost him a point or two.

@AtlasPolskaStrongman

16 күн бұрын

And I can't find where I wrote about Hooper making excuses. I just wanted to point out that this is part of the sport.

@anthonylaudano9435

16 күн бұрын

I DON'T KNOW WHY HE DIDN'T TRY TO WEAR GLOVES.

Congratulations on your 2nd place .I have enjoyed watching your channel this past year.Your combination of Strength, Athleticism and Humility are awe-inspiring. Long may it continue. LHBK.

I’ve never watched your channel before but today I’m glad I did. Being from Scotland I’m a huge stoltman fan and I’ve enjoyed watching you and Tom bring the best out in each other. I have enjoyed this video because I have seen a side to you that I never took time to learn until now.. Humble and Kind are the attributes that make you strong so huge congrats on a formidable performance. ❤

Hooper be like: "look mom, no hands" - comes second

@Lucas_Jeffrey

16 күн бұрын

and sets and shares a world record on keg throw!! Beautiful throw too, just perfect. Love Mitch, Tom and Evan!

@chuckjones5379

16 күн бұрын

Unbelievable. No BS, most of the top athletes probably would have either dropped out, or the injury would have really hindered their performance. Here's Mitch who pushes through and still threatens for the title. 2nd to Tom, who was on point all weekend with no hands is ridiculous.

@seanwhitehall4652

15 күн бұрын

facts

Michell you may not be the world strongest man this year but you still remain the world gratees inspiration!!!! Thank you fror being out there!!

I'm a Stoltman fan at heart, but massive congratulations to you, Mitch, for doing brilliantly to come back from the mishap on the first event to come comfortably second. You overcame adversity and kept Tom honest throughout the competition, so Kudos to you brother! You're a Gent and a proper role model in how one should conduct themsleves. Use this as fuel for the fire to come back stronger than ever for WSM 2025. The Era of Mitch Vs Tom has well and truly begun! 🫎💪🌶 All the best! 🙏❤️

Absolute warrior battling through all that. Congrats on 2nd place you legend.

Fantastic effort! Congratulations on finsihing and no major injuries. Hope the hands heal up quickly. It's good to see a true gentleman as a role model for our youth!

Mitch, I hope you read this, I'm the biggest stoltman fan on earth and I have been of the opinion that you are an arrogant piece of work. I take that back, massive respect for how sober and humble you handled yourself throughout the comp. Different from the "I should easily win" Mitchell that I've seen on social media. Big respect.

Congratulations! What a great showing!

Great work Mitch powering through. And congrats to Tom. The Stoltman brothers have worked so hard to show up in top shape this year and it paid off. One thing that I love about strongman is all of the competitors are so likeable that I was gonna be super happy for whoever one.

What a gentleman you are. Never an excuse and always a good word for your competitor.

Fantastic effort, and great content on here all week! Looking forward to seeing you at the Strongman Classic in July!

Congrats on the result! great work. I'm happy to see another person taking the kindness in to the sport as Brian did, it's a great way to spread it to people who think of the Ego lifters in the gym, when Strongman is being mentioned, I've never seen a show in person, but i would go and say Hi if i ever got the chance to see you at a show, along with the others of course.. but it's impressive what you have done, and i hope it ain't the last you'll be in.

Congratulations Hooper! Couldn't be more proud to be part of the LHBK group, handling that pain is a testament of your grit and strength!

LHBK proud your an inspiration

Hey Mitch, I really respect the way you’ve handled the issue with your hands and kept fighting. Made no excuses and put your head down. I’m sure you’ve gained plenty more fans along the way this year. Look forward to seeing you winning again later in the year. Top man.

I can't believe you managed to fight through those injuries to your hands and the pain that it brought.. Absolutely determined and you deserve all the praise for staying humble and level-headed despite this unforeseen obstacle. You are an idol to many and I will continue to support and follow all of your next endeavors. TEAM MOOSE!!!

You are incredible as always! Looking forward to your forthcoming skin masterclass. From what I remember, most of the guys are always filing down their calluses so there is less mass to rip off. Looks like you got it as bad as it could be. Also, if you look at the rock climbing community, they also obsess over skin quality as they are always wearing it down on their finger tips, they have started to use a combination of chalk and a fan to get the best dryness for their skin. I think the idea is that as our skin gets sweaty and moist, it is most likely to wear/tear.

Hell of a go! Being able to push through and focus on doing everything you can is super inspiring. Congrats to Tom on his incredible performance this year, but man, watching Mitch grind through this on pure determination was a sight. 2025 (and the 2024 season) is going to be a hell of a battle.

You're insane at what you do! Thanks for all the entertainment! Unfortunate circumstances, I'm sure you could have won without those mishaps! This does spice up your rivalry even more for the future! Wish you all the best!

So proud of you brother, unbelievable resolve and commitment 💪🏻

What a great Champion! So proud of Hoop! Looks like a classic rivalry is coming btw Mitch & Tom. Wow! Thank you for giving your all…we all appreciate you!! ❤🏋🏼‍♂️🙏🏼🙌🏼💪🏼

@mclenachan

16 күн бұрын

I almost stared crying when I saw how much pain you were in as they were fixing your hands. You are an amazing representative for Strongman and for human beings in general. Much ❤from Ottawa!

You are a very kind and honorable man. Was rooting for you and Singleton. Great job, you did amazing. Keep on keeping on.

knowing how competing (on a completely different level obviously) with ripped hands is hats off for what you managed to do. I am sure this is the weekend that you will look back onto in a few years and realize that it has been the one that has changed everything for the better and that this weekend the true legend (which I am sure we are going to see rising very soon) was born. I was there last year when you won the title, did not manage to come this year but if it is reasonably close to Mexico I will be there next year to see how you get it back.

Imagine lifting so heavy, your skin literally runs away from your hands… Congrats Mitch, you make us proud!

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

Imagine your grip failing and dropping the frame causing your hands to rip.

@SosopChabot

16 күн бұрын

@@BeardOfPower7 imagine being completely clueless to sarcasm…

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

@@SosopChabot Imagine not knowing what the f is going on.

@hannibalb8276

16 күн бұрын

@@BeardOfPower7 Why are stoleman fans so obnoxious? Or is it a british thing? Why are you desperately trying to troll a video for a guy you clearly dislike? You need professional help.

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

@@hannibalb8276 I like Mitchell Hooper a lot actually. I watch all his videos, he's a very intelligent guy. I like Tom Stoltman more to be fair as I've been a fan of him longer. The point of my comments to you are to correct you, because it wasn't the frames fault. That's the issue. You don't want to recognize that it was what he did or didn't do that led to the hands getting torn. Like he can do no wrong. You're the real fan boy here. I'm not British.

I'm looking forward to the other completions this year where you'll dominate 😄 Maybe some grip training with shaw is in store?

You're an amazing ambassador for the sport, Mitch. I'm excited to watch you and Tom duke it out for many years to come. He can only outrun your consistency for so long.

I’ve tore really bad before. But that looked brutal. And it just compromises your grip so much. Props to you for seeing it through. You’re a warrior.

Absolutely phenomenal effort to hang in there with torn up hands. Finishing second place in the WSM is amazing full stop. Doing it without full use of your hands is unreal!. Hats off to you my man!

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

*failed grip*

@hannibalb8276

16 күн бұрын

@@BeardOfPower7 You mean *poorly built WSM implement*. Mitch already beat Tom with a heavier yoke at previous comps, cope harder loser.

@hannibalb8276

16 күн бұрын

@@BeardOfPower7 Imagine being such a failed loser that you spend your day trolling the comments on every video about this event, yikes, this is why you're alone and unloved btw

Congrats on 2nd and condolences for your hands.

Great effort, Mitch. I've followed all the way through and the effort you have all put in this past week I'd amence. Heal up LHBK, mate.

Excellent work man I’m glad things went the way they did you you had to fight through adversity which gave you a lot of experience and second-place finishes make you come back hungrier

Amazing performance Mitch even with shredded hands! Legendary stuff 💪

Honestly it's congratulations you came second place and been phenomenal all year, and did amazing even if you didn't win this time, and you've got a good career ahead of you all the best champions had a great challenger.

I love how you guys are always kind to eachother and support eachother even though you perform on such a high level and the stakes are so high. I think every sport should have such a supporting and friendly community. Congrats to the second place Mr. Hooper.

LHBK, your positvity is really good to see and learn from. I am really a fan of yours.

Absolutely fantastic job man, yes not the final result you were wanting but can we just truly appreciate how you did with torn up hands, tweaked knee and just an utter fighter and putting up a great result.

@scottessery100

16 күн бұрын

7:30 that even freaked eddy hall out

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

*Failed grip*

@hannibalb8276

16 күн бұрын

@@BeardOfPower7 *Poorly built WSM implement*. Mitch already beat Tom with a heavier yoke at previous comps, cope harder loser.

@hannibalb8276

16 күн бұрын

@@BeardOfPower7 Are you really going around to every comment to troll them like this, on EVERY video about this? Jesus christ seek therapy.

@BeardOfPower7

16 күн бұрын

@@hannibalb8276 It's not my fault people are inaccurately describing what happened and need to be corrected. "Oh he just got injured by the equipment." No he lost his grip.

Honestly Mitch, it's kind of good to see you are actually human after all! You learn more from your losses than your victories after all so you'll only come back stronger.

@AlasdairThompson

16 күн бұрын

(surgical spirit works well as a skin hardener)

You are just so humble even when staring defeat in the face... LHBK really does resonate true in every thing you do. Well done to Tom too.

What a lovely bloke, I wish there were a few more in the world with your attitude.

I can understand how some people can think Mitch is arrogant and cocky, some of the statements he makes can lead people to think that. But having met him he is incredibly humble and a class act. There is a difference being confidant in yourself and arrogant. Mitch has loads of confidence (as he should) but is NOT arrogant!!! Thanks for being such a great ambassador to the sport!

@spiritfingers98

16 күн бұрын

When you're that good bring humble can seem fake. It's a hard line to walk and humour doesn't always translate but I think he's an awesome guy.

@briansfattofitjourney2805

14 күн бұрын

@@spiritfingers98 I agree, it’s a shame he has so many haters, he is gifted and doesn’t let it go to his head

@spiritfingers98

14 күн бұрын

@@briansfattofitjourney2805 I think Pa has a similar issue as Mitch. Humour doesn't always translate

worlds most humble athlete. To reach that podium is insane congrats Mitch

What an attitude Mitch. Thank you. Inspirational. Congratulations on your wsm.

Keep doing what you’re doing clearly doing a lot right! Hopefully the hands is a one off. You and Tom miles ahead on points so top 2 at worlds is awesome

You should be very proud!!!

Congrats on the amazing effort, Mitch! I was cheering you on the whole time from home (I really wish they would stream these events). My money is on you becoming the 2x in 2025! Chin up, and LHBK, brother!!! 💪💪

You did amazing, dude! Good work! You're going to go down as one of the absolute best to ever do it.

You're forever a champion.

@Pler1978

16 күн бұрын

Still an amazing couple years.

@cg-fitgaming7944

16 күн бұрын

​this is still absolutely the greatest 2 year run in history 🙌

Gotta collab with Magnus Midtbo to learn these thick skin techniques, man. Congratz on the second place, mega perfomance, great sportsmanship.

You’re an inspiration sir!

I which I could have seen this live. Was watching Loz livestream all weekend and the final sounded tense! Very impressed by what you managed to accomplished with those destroyed hands. Can't wait to see you battle it out with Tom in the future!

Well done to Tom, for minimising his weakness, while maintaining his strengths. Well done to Mitch for showing great fortitude. What about a Devon Larratt and Mitch Hooper grip training collaboration?

I suppose the consolation for Mitch (beyond 2nd place which is a huge accomplishment) is that if he won the medley he would have ended up at 52.5 points and Tom at 52. He possibly left points behind on axle, and deadlift too (one more rep gets 2 points). Meanwhile, Tom performed perfectly (and above expectation on the Conan's wheel). Should still be a confidence boost for Mitch knowing that he has Tom's number when everything goes right. Hopefully these guys don't fall into the Brian Shaw mentality of only focusing on WSM and they continue to compete often. Especially since I don't even regard WSM as the top competition anymore.

@Vipinnnn17

16 күн бұрын

We'll definitely see both of them competing atleast 5 times in a year if not for injury

You are an inspiration!

You have such a great mentality! Something for everyone to strive for

Brother ,congrats you did such an awesome job. I haven't watched strongest man since the early 2000's and you got me, and so many others back into an awesome sport.

Great contest, hats off to you for the effort with injury, just shows it’s all not physical strength but mental strength is a big factor, get the hands healthy, learn from that and looking forward to the next meet.

Mr. Hooper, I have to hand it to you. You are a true gentleman and a class act all the way. I have because a huge fan of yours because of your humility and kindness. Your hand injury was unfortunate but you handled it as well as anyone possibly could. I know you will correct the issues for next year. God Bless.

Great effort and behind the scenes footage of what you go through!!

Congrats Mitch! Your success is well deserved and your attitude is inspiring!

Huge respect for your fortitude, perseverance, humility, and strength of character Mitchell! You're setting an amazing example for your child and countless other people.

Genuinely would have been happy for any variation of the top 3 all of you are inspirational athletes and you should be proud of yourselves. Looking forward to actually watching it!

Thanks for showing the damage to your hand. Totally different perspective to what you guys deal with towards the end. Crazy Great job and outlook

Congratulations. Your performance is just inspiring.

You were great to watch Mitch! Stellar job pushing how much you did. It was a great show to witness in person! LHBK

So much respect mate, it's clear how much pain you were in, so to push through is really commendable

Congratulations Mitch! Your attitude is what really makes youa winner. Shame I'll have to wait til december to watch it!

Love what you bring to the sport! Can't wait to see you work again!

Great Job, Mitch! Class act - as always 😊

9:16 been watching WSM and strongman since the 70’s and been a Canadian since the 60’s, haha. Was a big Hugo Girard, then came JF, Max, then you. Canada is now a legit strongman power. Thanks for doing everything you do to promote the sport.

All things considered with your hands, your performance was phenomenal. Sounds like you have a good mentality about it either way. Very proud of you, and looking forward to your future content and competitions. Much love from the Georgian Bay area back home

2nd at one of the major comps without the use of your hands is incredible, and great sportsmanship

Great fight while staying humble and kind. You can be proud of yourself, dude! Wishing you a swift recovery and continued success in upcoming events, Greetings from Germany!

Man! Hats off to you! Amazing performance on and especially off court (platform, rather?). Absolute class!

Superb effort for a man with shredded hands. The back and forth between you and Tom is great for the sport. Respectful, elite competition from two absolute units. Long may it continue!

Congrats on 2nd, mate! Great effort while all bunged up. Hope you heal quick and are back to your beat ASAP! I had my 1st comp win on the weekend, so thanks for all the work you put in! 💪🏽💪🏽

Great content. You’re an inspiration and amazing athlete. Congratulations

I was truly heartbroken for you Mitch, not a whole heap you can do about what happened, it is what it is. I really enjoyed the leadup to this years WSM comp, No stone unturned series. It was really great. I hope you can keep cranking out the KZread videos and I hope you can quickly recover and come back even better for the rest of your comps. You are a gentleman and a scholar and one of the greatest athletes I have ever seen.

Man, your personality and attitude are gifts for all. You are an amazing strongman and an inspiration. Take care of those hands. I am sorry you had to hurt so much.

I’m a fan of the 2 brothers and now you as I haven’t really heard you speak until I subscribed to your channel and mate you are one hell of a nice guy and a top sportsman don’t ever change

You're a warrior, man. I know that glue hurt like hell. Thanks for setting a positive example with regard to mindset, grace, and professionalism.