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“This Is Absolutely Insane”: Sports World Hails 5’10 Strongman Powerhouse as He Shatters American Deadlifts Record Despite a Few Questioning the Mind-Numbing Feat

Published 09/22/2023, 9:50 AM EDT

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It is known that the strongmen are supposed to be portraying their superhuman strength, which might surpass all limits of human expectations. As it is, with every record that these superhuman strongmen make, the challenge level becomes harder than ever for the next entity to break the latest record. However, instead of turning it to a point of stagnancy, powerlifters, and strongmen keep creating history in very short intervals.

The 43-year-old, 5’10 Russian-Bulgarian strongman Dimitar Savatinov is often known by the name of ‘Mitko’. With a past as a circus strongman, Savatinov has practiced his highly impressive skills for a long time. With 2 national wins under his title, he had portrayed a fine specimen of sportsmanship.

 Dimitar Savatinov breaks the world record

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In 2015, Dimitar Savatinov had placed 4th in the Arnold Classic. Although that is not his greatest achievement. He had won the 2014 and 2015 America’s Strongest Man titles. In addition, he recently created history as America’s deadlift record of 1031 lbs (467.5 kg). He shared a video of the record-breaking moment on his Instagram. In the accompanying caption, he stated, “Thanks to God for giving me the opportunity to be even on that stage and setting the record yesterday.”

The humble fitness celebrity does not overlook any well-wishers and supporters in his life. Meticulously, he shows his gratitude towards each and everyone and for whatever purpose. His good nature really makes the fans see the best in him.

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Every time a record is broken, fans find it enthralling to note how great the capabilities of the record-breaker must be that they surpass one of the greatest of their times.

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Fans explore their excitement as America’s Deadlift record is broken again

One of the fans speculates some questioning elements with the record. They listed down, “How did a non American set an American record? How is a record set wearing straps?“. While another pointed out, “Nope! Can’t hitch a deadlift. Maybe he could clean lift 900”. Some of them, however, had been rather respectful and genuinely happy, “unbelievable, it’s a lot of strength 🔥🔥”. Another said, “This is absolutely insane? You are a crazy good athlete. Can’t wait to do even more, much love!!🔥❤️”. Last, but not least, someone stated, “Very impressive! What a comeback 🔥”.

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Strongmen and powerlifters always stun the world with their ever-changing ventures. The amount of physical and mental strength they produce is unimaginable for the ordinary. When even at the age of 48,  Dimitar Savatinov could break such a humongous record, both fans and haters couldn’t restrain but comment their hearts out.

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Pritha Halder

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Pritha Halder is a Bodybuilding and Fitness writer at EssentiallySports. Holding a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from one of the oldest multidisciplinary universities in India, Pritha started her career as a content writer for a literary magazine. After reading an article on 'The God of Aesthetics,' A.
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Parth Sharma