HH Khalid bin Hamad directs organisation of 2026 World’s Strongest Man Competition in April

Manama, Nov. 24 (BNA): His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), President of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), has directed the organisation of the 2025 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Competition in April 2026. The event will feature two categories: Bahrain’s Strongest Man and the GCC’s Strongest Man.

HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad affirmed that these championships come as part of Bahrain’s support for specialised and physical sports that attract a wide segment of young people and help promote a culture of strength, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle.

HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad noted that the championship enjoys significant public interest, expressing hope that the upcoming edition will achieve high levels of organisation and be held according to professional standards, building on the successes of past years.

HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad highlighted that these championships showcase physical abilities and skills, while giving young people opportunities to represent Bahrain regionally and internationally. His Highness commended the determination and ambition of Bahraini and Gulf youth, expressing confidence that the event will discover new talents and develop champions, and wished all participants success.

Those wishing to participate may register through the following link: gccstrongestman.com.