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2026 International King Kong Grip Challenge - Canberra

Ultra Fitness and Strength · Fyshwick

four grip events, open weights and a global ranking on the line

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🗓️Sat 24 Oct 2026 · 2pm
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About

The King Kong International Grip Challenge is a multi-venue global grip sport contest where the same 4 events are performed worldwide and scores are combined, giving athletes a global ranking.

Ultra Fitness and Strength is happy to host a contest for grip athletes in Canberra and surrounding areas.

This event is open to all levels of experience.

Events will run on a rising bar format, allowing athletes to choose their opening weights and attempts.

Events:

2 3/8" Wrist Wrench – 6” Lift
1 5/8" Thumb Blaster – 6” Lift
Grab Ball – 6” Lift
Little Big Horn – 6” Lift

If you would like the opportunity to practice with the equipment, please message Ultra Fitness and Strength on Instagram or Facebook.

Divisions:

Men: 59kg / 66kg / 74kg / 83kg / 93kg / 105kg / 120kg / 120+kg
Men’s Masters 50+ Years: 93kg / 105kg / 105+kg
Men's Grand Masters 65+ Years: Open
Women: 57 kg / 63kg / 72kg / 84kg / 100kg / 100+kg
Women’s Masters 50+ Years: 72kg / 72+kg

Youth Divisions available from 7 to 17 years old.

Weigh-Ins:

Weigh-ins will open at 2.00pm on the day of the competition.

Prizes for the following categories will be arranged and posted by the King Kong organisers.

  • Overall global male and female champions ("The King Kong of Grip" and “The Queen Kong of Grip”)
  • Male and female exceptional lifters (best pound-for-pound performance)
  • The top three finishers in each class
  • The overall male and female top lifter in each event

More information: https://www.gripboard.com/topic/68858-2026-international-king-kong-grip-challenge/

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When is 2026 International King Kong Grip Challenge - Canberra?

Sat 24 Oct 2026, 2pm.

Where is it?

Ultra Fitness and Strength, Fyshwick, ACT.

How much are tickets?

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Where do I get tickets?

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How do I find out which of my mates are keen?

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