Icelandic strongman Hafthor Bjornson’s phenomenal strongman career makes him one of the greatest athletes in the industry. He has aced the national strongman competitions 10 times. Additionally, he won the extremely competitive Arnold Strongman Classic thrice. Hence, his other grand achievements go without saying. 

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However, the ambitious pro is always down for his family’s love. In a recent Facebook update by Rogue Fitness, Bjornsson was seen rushing to his toddler son right after he championed one of the Rogue Record Breaker events in 2022. 

Hafthor Bjornsson’s dearest son

As per the social media update by the source, the 34-year-old strongman set a massive record at the Rogue Record Breaker qualifiers last year. During the Weight Over Bar item, he flipped the weight flying over the limit with a giant height of 20’3”. What followed was a greater moment of joy. As the crowd roared in applause, Bjornsson walked straight toward his son and smothered him with love. 

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Furthermore, he held his adorable son in his arms and walked towards the stage to acknowledge the recognition. Evidently, Bjornsson was delighted to have his son witness his father’s epic victory and couldn’t want anything more at that moment. 

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The caption of the post read, “The Rogue Record Breaker Qualifier ends tonight! Think you can set or break a record like Hafthor Bjornsson did this past year during the Weight Over Bar event with a height of 20’ 3”?” The strongman clearly shares a close bond with his family, which takes us back to the birthday love he received from them. 

Family wishes Hafthor Bjornsson on his birthday

On 26th November 2022, the beast turned 34 and his family made it extra special for him on his happiest day. His wife, Kelsey Henson, took to her Instagram and posted a series of heartwarming moments with him and his son. 

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“Happy birthday to the best dad and partner in crime a girl could ask for. We love you to the moon and back again!” she wrote, along with a picture of the trio posing in matching Christmas pajamas. 

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It clearly fills our hearts with love and respect for the big guy’s affection for his charming family. And we hope to see more of such ardent gestures from the indispensable strongman. Wasn’t he admirable? Let us know in the comments. 

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