Strongman in Australia: Andy Vincent Wins Truck Pull

by Randall J. Strossen, IronMind Enterprises, Inc. © 2009

Andy Vincent won the truck pull at Ultimate Strongman Championships in Australia yesterday.
 

Andy Vincent won the tough truck pull in Australia yesterday. IronMind® | Photo courtesy of Dione Wessels.
Andy Vincent won the tough truck pull in Australia yesterday.  IronMind® | Photo courtesy of Dione Wessels.
 

“The truck was difficult for all,” Dione Wessels told IronMind®.  “The venue was great for it.  Afterward, everyone went to the Dream World (theme park) and enjoyed the roller coasters.  Then to the water park.  It was fun and quite entertaining.”

Here are the results:

1. Andy Vincent - 4.790 meters

2. Zydrunas Savickas - 4.730
3. Travis Ortmayer - 4.530

4. Van Hatfield - 4.070

5. Alan Kliese - 3.770

6. Nick Hansen - 2.080
7. Eben LeRoux - 2.060
8. Jono MacFarlane - 2.050

9. Rauno Heinla - 2.010

The contest continues today.

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