The 2020 Arnold Strongman Classic took place March 6-7, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio, held without general spectators due to the emerging COVID-19 pandemic. Hafthor Bjornsson claimed his third consecutive Arnold title with a dominant performance, joining Žydrūnas Savickas as only the second athlete to three-peat at the prestigious event. The Mountain's crushing 1,026 lb Elephant Bar Deadlift on day two sealed his victory, though he opted not to attempt the 501 kg world record to preserve energy for the remaining events. Mateusz Kieliszkowski pushed Bjornsson to the very end, breaking the Cyr Dumbbell world record at 320 lbs and finishing as runner-up, while reigning World's Strongest Man Martins Licis rallied to claim third place.