About
Latvian competitor who is best known for his work in the sport of powerlifting. He won the 2002 WPC Junior World Powerlifting Championships and the 2003 GPC World Powerlifting Championships both in the 125 kilograms weight class.
Before Fame
In addition to his athletic work, he also held work as a professional bodyguard.
Trivia
He is the winner of the 2011 WPC Raw World Powerlifting Championships title. He competed in the 140 kilograms weight class with a 960 kilograms total.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Liepāja, Latvian SSR in the Soviet Union.
Associated With
As a powerlifter, he can be seen in relation to other athletes of the sport including Zydrunas Savickas, Mark Henry, and Bill Kazmaier.