The activity of John Hack over the past few months certainly shows. He recently took part in the 2022 WRPF American Pro, which resulted in three world records. Almost anyone would find that satisfying, except Haack. Instead, he returned straight to training in the gym and continued to work hard. That has now resulted in his greatest bench press so far, as Haack locked out 275 kilograms (606 pounds).

Although John Haack did bench press 600 pounds on multiple occasions, adding any amount of weight to that is impressive. However, it is evident that he is capable of doing even more, since this 275-kilogram (606-pound) bench press moved very smoothly. The lift was also raw, as John was only equipped with wrist wraps.

“275kgs/606lbs for an RPE 8 With a nip slip. Nice little PB to finish off prep for the USPA Pro Raw.”

Watch the lift here:

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As he stated in the caption of his Instagram post, John Haack performed this lift as a part of his preparation for the 2022 USPA Pro Raw. This competition will take place on Sept. 24, 2022, in North Kansas City, MO, so there are still a few more days for him to perfect his technique. It is very likely that he will compete in the 90-kilogram weight class, but his current bodyweight is 98.4 kilograms (217 pounds). Haack is experienced with cutting weight prior to a competition, so it should not pose a problem for him.

John Haack is without a doubt one of the greatest pound-for-pound bench pressers in history. Not only does he hold the World Records in the 90-kilogram weight class, but also in the 100-kilogram weight class. He also likes to feel that he has more work to do in the 90-kilogram weight class, despite some of his lifts being heavier than records in heavier weight classes.

Overall, John Haack has had one of the most successful powerlifting careers ever. Out of the 25 competitions in which he took part, Haack managed to win 21. Those include some very prestigious and difficult meets.

John Haack’s Competition PRs

*John Haack set all of his competition PRs at the 2022 WRPF American Pro.

  • squat: 345 kilograms (760.6 pounds)
  • Bench Press: 267.4 kilograms (589.7 pounds) — U90KG All Time World Record
  • dead lift: 410 kilograms (903.9 pounds) — U90KG All Time World Record
  • Total: 1,022 kilograms (2,254.2 pounds) — U90KG All Time World Record

Related: John Haack Hits Another Deadlift PR With A Huge 410 kg (903.9 lbs) Lift Raw

John Haack’s Competition History

personnel order

lbkg

equipment squat bench dead lift Total dots
Raw 760.6 589.7 760.6 2254.2 661.52
wraps 722 446.4 722 1885 579.97

Competition results

Place fed dates Competition division Total dots
1 WRPF 2022-07-29 American Pro Open 2254.2 661.52
1 USPA 2022-01-15 Hybrid Showdown 4 Open 2182.6 630.87
1 WRPF 2021-09-25 The Bucked Up Showdown Open 2216.7 651.99
2 WRPF 2021-04-24 Core US Open Open 2138.5 627.2
1 WRPF 2021-02-20 Hybrid Showdown III Open 2133 625.94
1 WRPF 2020-09-26 the showdown Open 2066.8 607.55
1 USPA 2020-01-18 Metroflex Powermania Open 2055.8 603.97
1 USPA 2019-08-03 The Tribute Open 2000.7 615.16
1 USPA 2019-04-20 Razor’s Barbell Mayhem Open 1962.1 602.88
1 USPA 2018-12-15 Florida SLG Series Presents Hybrid Performance Method Open 1929 593.13
1 USA UA 2018-12-15 Hybrid Deadlift Invitational Open 771.6 237.25
1 USPA 2018-08-25 The Tribute Open 1818.8 560.01
DQ USPA 2018-05-12 Core US Open Open
1 WRPF 2017-08-25 Boss of Bosses 4 Per MR-O 1736.1 534.55
2 USPA 2017-04-15 CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships Lw 1885 579.97
1 USAPL 2016-10-13 Raw Nationals MR Jr 1785.7 547.19
1 USAPL 2016-10-13 Raw Nationals MR-O 1785.7 547.19
1 IPF 2016-06-19 World Classic Powerlifting Championships Open 1792.4 549.59
1 USAPL 2015-10-15 Raw Nationals MR-O 1736.1 533.81
1 USAPL 2015-10-15 Raw Nationals MR Jr 1736.1 533.81
1 USAPL 2015-06-13 Badge Open MR-O 1648 509.17
1 RUPC 2015-02-07 Raw Unity VIII M-MW 1708.6 529.81
1 UPA 2014-07-19 Iron Battle on the Mississippi MJR AD 1708.6 525.34
2 RUPC 2014-02-07 Raw Unity VII M-LW 1620.4 497.88
1 USAPL 2013-06-15 Badge Open MR-O 1482.6 460.36

Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: August 3, 2022

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At 29 years old, John Haack has accumulated almost a decade of experience in powerlifting. While Haack still has a lot more time to improve, he is already widely regarded as one of the greatest powerlifters of all time.

Based on his new PR and a body weight of 98.4 kilograms (217 pounds), if he replicates this feat of strength at his upcoming appearance, John Haack will become the lightest man to officially bench press 600 pounds (272.1 kilograms) in a full power competition. This achievement would even further solidify his title of the powerlifting GOAT

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