U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division compete in the best of the best competition at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Sept. 9, 2026. The competition challenged Soldiers' physical readiness and combat skills through a series of events that test strength, endurance and discipline. The event highlighted Soldiers’ ability to perform under pressure while reinforcing teamwork, discipline and readiness through physically demanding challenges that mirror the demands of military operations. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Darnell Howard)