Full Leaderboard | World Dead Hang Championship
The world's first sanctioned dead hang championship — officially open No minimum time. Every hang is official. Grip strength predicts lifespan & dead hang measures it. What's your Grip Age? 30 seconds puts you in the top half of the global population. Submit yours and start your journey! The world's first sanctioned dead hang championship — officially open No minimum time. Every hang is official. Grip strength predicts lifespan & dead hang measures it. What's your Grip Age? 30 seconds puts you in the top half of the global population. Submit yours and start your journey!
OFFICIAL 2026 SEASON LIVE

World Dead Hang
CHAMPIONSHIP

THE ULTIMATE TEST OF GRIP ENDURANCE AND GRIT

Global Standings

Last Updated: Mar 21, 2026, 1:10 AM EST
ALL
Rank
Tier
Athlete
Background
Location
Time
Watch
02
Legend
Milo Birk
4
Male
Athlete
Detroit, MI USA
4:26
Grip Age: 16
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 160 lbs
Tier: Legend
07
Contender
Megan Mullins
1
Female
Bank teller
Mount Pleasant, MI USA
1:30
Grip Age: 30
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Women
Bodyweight: 125 lbs
Tier: Contender
04
Elite
Leonard Stevens
1
Male
Doctor
Detroit, MI USA
3:12
Grip Age: 23
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Masters Male
Bodyweight: 140 lbs
Tier: Elite
08
Contender
Zak Mullins
1
Male
Retail
Mount Pleasant, MI USA
1:20
Grip Age: Baseline Established
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 195 lbs
Tier: Contender
11
Challenger
Joshua Taylor
1
Female
Community Outreach
Detroit, MI USA
0:50
Grip Age: Baseline Established
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Masters Female
Bodyweight: 180 lbs
Tier: Challenger
05
Elite
Bryant Garcia
1
Male
Athlete
Detroit, MI USA
3:01
Grip Age: 23
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 150 lbs
Tier: Elite
06
EXPERT
Testa Longername
2
Male
Test Proffessional
Detroit, MI USA
2:35
Grip Age: 29
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 120 lbs
Tier: Pro
13
Challenger
Pepper Chonie
1
Male
Security
Detroit, MI USA
0:30
Grip Age: Baseline Established
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 150 lbs
Tier: Challenger
03
Elite
Random R
1
Male
Contractor
Detroit, MI USA
3:42
Grip Age: 16
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 200 lbs
Tier: Elite
10
Contender
Venus M
1
Female
Astrologer
Detroit, MI USA
1:08
Grip Age: 31
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Women
Bodyweight: 170 lbs
Tier: Contender
12
Challenger
Otis B
1
Male
Athlete
Detroit, MI USA
0:42
Grip Age: Baseline Established
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 180 lbs
Tier: Challenger
09
Contender
Markie Mullins
1
Female
Athlete
Detroit, MI USA
1:16
Grip Age: 29
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Women
Bodyweight: 170 lbs
Tier: Contender
01
Freak
Frank S
1
Male
Parent
Detriot, MI USA
6:02
Grip Age: 16
Chronological Age: 35
Division: Open Men
Bodyweight: 160 lbs
Tier: Freak
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WDHC Pro Division

The WDHC Pro Division represents the highest level of achievement in the World Dead Hang Championship. Pro athletes are verified elite performers who have demonstrated exceptional grip endurance and commitment to the sport.

Exclusive Verification

Pro status is earned through our rigorous verification process. Athletes must submit unedited video proof meeting all WDHC standards, including proper bar diameter (1.25" bare steel), full body visibility, and clear timer display throughout the hang.

Black & Gold Badge

Pro athletes receive the iconic black and gold tier badge - a symbol of elite status on the leaderboard. This distinctive styling sets Pro athletes apart from all other competitors.

Priority Support

Pro athletes receive priority review of submissions and dedicated support for any questions about the competition, training protocols, or verification requirements.

Community Leadership

Pro athletes are recognized leaders in the WDHC community, inspiring others to push their limits and setting the standard for grip endurance performance.

How to Become a Pro

Pro status is awarded to athletes who achieve verified submissions that demonstrate exceptional performance. There's no specific time requirement - the Pro designation recognizes athletes who have proven their commitment through the full verification process.

Submit Your Hang

About World Dead Hang Championship

The World Dead Hang Championship (WDHC) was founded on March 1st, 2026 with a simple mission: to create the world's first sanctioned platform for dead hang performance and competition.

Our Vision

We believe that grip strength and hanging endurance are fundamental markers of physical capability and mental resilience. WDHC exists to:

The Competition

WDHC follows strict verification standards to ensure fair competition:

Why Dead Hangs?

Dead hangs represent the purest test of grip endurance. Unlike weighted exercises that can be "cheated" with momentum or technique, a dead hang is binary: you're either hanging or you're not. This simplicity makes it the perfect equalizer and the ultimate test of raw, sustainable grip strength.

Founder's Note: "The dead hang doesn't care about your gym membership, your equipment budget, or your genetics. It only asks one question: Can you hold on?"

Join the Movement

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a complete beginner, WDHC welcomes you. Record your hang, submit your video, and claim your spot on the global leaderboard. Your time becomes part of the documented history of human grip strength.

Ready to hang? Submit your performance and join athletes worldwide pushing the limits of human endurance.

If your life was on the line,
Could you hang on?

Set up your camera, hang until you drop, and claim your official ranking on the world's first sanctioned dead hang leaderboard.

Submit Your Hang

Video Submissions

Milo - Final 20s
Markie - Final 20s
Meg - Final 20s

The Final 20 Seconds

The final 20 seconds separate contenders from champions. This is where mental fortitude overrides physical fatigue—where true endurance is proven. Elite athletes push through the burn when every muscle screams to let go. These moments define the competition.

The ultimate test of willpower
— Your journey starts now —