Liam Beville

From wheelchair to world record

Author | World Record Powerlifter | Speaker | Survivor

Author: Deadlift King

Liam Beville is Ireland’s greatest pound-for-pound deadlifter over the past 33 years and a six-time deadlift world record holder. Competing entirely in able-bodied sport against able-bodied athletes, Liam has achieved unparalleled success despite living with a permanent disability.
Liam Beville Motivational Speaker

On Air: Live95 Limerick Today

I was delighted to join Paul in the Live 95FM studio on Tuesday 14th July at 9.25am for a chat on Limerick Today – covering my story, the accident that changed everything, the road back, and a first look ahead to my upcoming memoir, Unbroken – The Liam Beville Story, currently with publishers. It’s always
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ADSA Judge 2026

I am pleased to confirm that I will serve as a judge for the Active Disability Ireland Services Awards 2026, taking place on Wednesday, 24th June at the Athlone Springs Hotel. This year’s theme, Leading by Example, is not symbolic — it sets a clear expectation around leadership, standards, and the willingness to challenge outdated
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Lead with Inclusion

Lead with inclusion is not just a buzzword for people with disabilities – it is for everyone. It adds value to society, and a civilised society is measured by how it treats those who are disadvantaged. If you see something that goes against the grain of inclusion, it is your duty to speak up and
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ADI Conference

Active Disability Ireland National Conference where I had the honour of Speaking as Ambassador on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities On 3rd December, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I had the honour of speaking at the Active Disability Ireland National Conference, Influencing & Challenging. As an official Brand Ambassador, it was
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Liam Beville Guinness Record Holder

Is Liam Beville the World’s Most Underrated Athlete?

While the title of “the most underrated athlete in the world” is subjective, Liam Beville’s career offers one of the strongest cases in modern sport. His achievements place him among the most exceptional strength athletes of his era, yet he remains far less globally recognised than competitors in more commercial or mainstream sports. Liam Beville
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Ireland Greatest Deadlifter

Liams Story – What People Are Saying

As Featured by Guinness World Records “Liam Beville’s comeback story is worthy of a Hollywood movie.” – Guinness World Records At just 18, Liam Beville was struck by a stolen car in a head-on collision, leaving him with catastrophic injuries that required him to relearn how to walk. Through relentless determination, he rebuilt himself physically
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Des Galligan and Liam Beville

Mayoral Reception Limerick

Mayor of Limerick hosts Mayoral Reception in recognition of Limerick sports stars On 24 September 2025 Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, hosted a Mayoral Reception at Merchants Quay, City Hall, celebrating the achievements of a number of Limerick sports teams and individuals who have excelled in their chosen fields. I was honoured to be one.
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Liams Guinness World Record certificate

Liam Beville Featured by Guinness World Records

I’m honoured to be featured by Guinness World Records for my latest world record in deadlift. The article shares my journey from a devastating accident at 18 to becoming one of the strongest deadlifters in the world – holding six world records across four weight divisions. Read the full story on the official Guinness World
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