Svend Karlsen
Svend Viking Karlsen (born 6 October 1967) is a Norwegian strongman, powerlifter, and IFBB professional bodybuilder. Being a winner of the World's Strongest Man, the Europe's Strongest Man, the World Muscle Power Classic and 3 times runner up at the Arnold Strongman Classic, he is regarded as one of the best strongmen in history. He is also well known for shouting his catch phrase "Viking Power!" during competitions.
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| Birth name | Svend Ødegård Karlsen |
| Nickname | "The Viking" |
| Born | 6 October 1967 Drammen, Norway |
| Occupation(s) | Strongman, Powerlifter, Bodybuilder |
| Height | 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) |
| Spouse | Eun Lene Ekrem Karlsen 2002-2009 (her death) |
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