Geoff Capes, a renowned British athlete and former World's Strongest Man, has died at the age of 75. Capes was celebrated for his achievements in shot put, holding a national record of 21.68 meters since 1980, and for winning the World's Strongest Man titles in 1983 and 1985. His career spanned several prestigious competitions, including three Olympic Games and multiple Commonwealth and European championships. Known for his immense strength and unique diet of 12,000 calories per day, Capes maintained a towering presence at 6ft 5in and 170kg. Beyond athletics, he was also a world champion in the Highland Games and a noted breeder of budgerigars. Capes' legacy continues through his children and grandchildren, who have also achieved national recognition in shot put competitions.