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Devon Larratt

Devon Larratt is a Canadian professional armwrestler and former member of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

Devon Larratt is a Canadian professional armwrestler and former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, widely regarded as one of the sport's best-known competitors.

Who he is

Born in Victoria, British Columbia, on 24 April 1975, Larratt served in the military before turning to armwrestling. He is known for competing in the World Armwrestling League, where one source reports a 34–4 record, and for helping popularize the sport.

Why he matters

Larratt is frequently described as one of the greatest armwrestlers of all time and among the sport's most influential figures. His public presence as a content creator and media personality has raised the visibility of armwrestling to a broader audience.

Key details

He has held notable league titles and high-profile match wins. Biographical sources and sports coverage consistently highlight his accomplishments and role in the sport's growth.

In short

  • Canadian professional armwrestler and former soldier.
  • Born in Victoria, British Columbia, in 1975.
  • Known for competing in the World Armwrestling League.
  • Helped popularize armwrestling globally.
Canadian angle

Larratt is a Canadian athlete from Victoria, British Columbia, and a former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, making him a notable Canadian figure in armwrestling.[2][3]

Quick questions

Who is Devon Larratt?
Devon Larratt is a Canadian professional armwrestler, former soldier, and content creator.
When was Devon Larratt born?
He was born on 24 April 1975.
What is Devon Larratt known for?
He is known for professional armwrestling and for helping popularize the sport.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Larratt
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, Canadian nationality, armwrestling career, former Canadian Armed Forces service, public profile.
  2. Wikipedia (Portuguese) — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Larratt
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, Canadian nationality, armwrestling career, former Canadian Armed Forces service.
  3. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devon_Larratt
    Supports: Full name, birth date, birthplace, Canadian professional armwrestler, World Armwrestling League record.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9589154/
    Supports: Public profile and work credits including media appearances.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm9589154/bio/
    Supports: Family details and biographical notes.
  6. The Armwrestling Store — https://thearmwrestlingstore.com/blogs/aws-blog/who-is-devon-larratt
    Supports: General career summary, reputation, and role in popularizing the sport.