How to eat like the World's Strongest Man
South Africa's newly crowned World's Strongest Man, Rayno Nel, joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to talk about his title and what it takes to become the strongest man in the world.
On Sunday, May 18, history was made when South Africa’s very own Rayno Nel became the first African to be crowned the World’s Strongest Man.
Nel, a former CUT (Central University of Technology) and Cheetahs rugby player, became the first man outside of Europe or North America to win the title in 48 years.
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He is also the first rookie to win since 1997, taking the title during his debut in the competition.
Speaking to Breakfast with Martin Bester on Monday, May 26, Nel expressed his gratitude for winning the title and representing South Africa.
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During his interview, Nel also spoke more about what it takes to become the World's Strongest Man.
More about Rayno
The rugby player-turned-strongman was the captain of the CUT rugby team before being called up to join the Cheetahs.
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SA Rugby Magazine reports that Nel only began proper strongman training in 2022. He also works as an electrical engineer.
The 30-year-old, who weighs 148 kg, managed to snatch the World’s Strongest Man title from defending champion Tom Stoltman.
He won by just half a point in the two-day final.
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