​As any Game of Thrones fan knows, the character The Mountain is just as powerful and strong in real life as he is in the series. Actor Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson doesn't spend just all his time memorizing scripts, as he is first and foremost a body builder!





A former basketball player, Björnsson has won several strongman competitions, such as Iceland's Strongest Man, and has finished in second place multiple times for the World's Strongest Man.

Game of Thrones Star Who Plays 'The Mountain' Wins World's Strongest Man Title https://t.co/lYzcszR1tZ — People (@people) May 7, 2018

Well, he's finally got the redemption he's deserved, as he's just been ​named the 2018 World's Strongest Man! The 29 year old had to complete tests for two days in the competition, with contests such as pulling a bus.





Björnsson took to social media to share his excitement for finally winning.

"Want to thank all of my family, friends and fans for supporting me along the way..," he wrote in his lengthy caption, thanking everyone for getting him to this honorable place.





Be sure not to underestimate Ser Gregor Clegane in the final season of Game of Thrones hitting HBO next year, as he's clearly stronger than probably every other character in the series!