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Bodybuilding’s Biggest Showdown: Mr. Olympia 2025 Preview!
Get ready, folks! The muscle mecca that is Las Vegas is about to explode with the Joe Weider’s Fitness and Performance Weekend, culminating in the one and only, the 2025 Mr. Olympia!
All eyes will be on Hadi Choopan as he defends his 2024 title. But it’s not going to be easy. A stacked lineup of seriously impressive bodybuilders are hungry to take the Sandow trophy.
So, who are his biggest threats, and does Choopan have what it takes to repeat? Let’s dive into the potential clashes!
Here’s the lowdown:
- Date: Saturday, October 11
- Time: 9:30 AM (Pre-Judging), 7:00 PM (Finals)
- Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
The Contenders:
Choopan skipped the Arnold Classic, and Derek Lunsford seized the opportunity, snagging a huge win. And Samson Dauda, who came in second at last year’s Mr. Olympia, is looking incredible – arguably the best physique of his career!
Both Dauda and Lunsford are absolutely in the running, but neither of them quite brings the razor-sharp conditioning that Choopan is known for. That’s his secret weapon, the thing that really sets him apart.
Don’t count out Nick Walker! He’s back after sitting out last year, and while he brings the size, the big question mark is his conditioning. Can he match the dryness of the top guys?
Then there’s Andrew Jacked – a total physical specimen with unreal muscle depth. But, like Walker, he’s gotta nail that conditioning.
It’s been a long time since a bodybuilder repeated as champ, but Choopan’s got the tools to do it.
But let’s give Lunsford his props! That Arnold win shows he’s putting in the work, grinding it out, and aiming for that ultimate goal: an Olympia title.
The Prediction:
Okay, here’s where I put my neck on the line: Choopan will bring the wow factor, Dauda might just have the most aesthetically pleasing physique, but I’m leaning towards Lunsford to take it all.
My Pick: Lunsford for the win!
Let the games begin! Who do you think will take home the Sandow trophy?