Joonas Kuivalainen, last year’s World’s Strongest Soldier champion, is preparing for a more challenging competition this year. The event, hosted in Pori, Finland, will see eleven soldiers from eight different countries vying for the title. Kuivalainen acknowledges a higher level of competition, stating the field is full of strong contenders. He emphasizes the need for near-perfect performance, as mistakes will be costly. The competition promises to be a demanding test of strength and endurance for all participants. Kuivalainen hopes to defend his title against these formidable opponents.