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Samir Bannout Reveals His 3 'Golden Era Rules' for Growing a Mr. Olympia Back

Bodybuilding legend and former 1983 Mr. Olympia Samir Bannout explained how he built a quality back during the prime years of his career.

Shawn Ray Says Nick Walker's Physique Is 'Ugly,' Calls His 2026 Mr. Olympia Win a 'Fluke'

Bodybuilding veteran Shawn Ray called Nick Walker's physique ugly and called his 2026 Mr. Olympia victory a fluke.

Chris Aceto Says Andrew Jacked Needs to be 'Drier' for 2027 Arnold Classic, Compares Him to Flex Wheeler

Bodybuilding coach Chris Aceto laid out what Andrew Jacked needs to improve to emerge victorious at the 2027 Arnold Classic.

Joey Swoll Rushed to Hospital for Heart-Related Issue, Gives Health Update

Fitness influencer and the 'CEO of Gym Positivity,' Joey Swoll, updated his fans after he was rushed to the hospital for a heart issue.

3x Fitness Olympia Missy Truscott Retires from Professional Bodybuilding

Former three-time Fitness Olympia champion Missy Truscott has announced her retirement from professional bodybuilding.

Coach Milos Sarcev Says Hadi Choopan Will Compete at the 2027 Arnold Classic

Bodybuilding coach Milos Sarcev has confirmed that Hadi Choopan is currently in prep for the stacked 2027 Arnold Classic contest.

Nick Walker Reveals Why He’s Chasing the 2027 Arnold Classic, Sends Message to Derek Lunsford: “When I’m On, I’m Better"

Men's Open bodybuilder Nick Walker discussed his rivalry with Derek Lunsford and his expectations for the upcoming 2027 Arnold Classic.

Nick Walker is the new Mr. Olympia

Sixth in 2025, Walker dethroned Derek Lunsford and also won People's Champion. Samson Dauda placed 2nd and Lunsford 3rd.

Classic upset: Niall Darwen wins Olympia, Ramon Dino 3rd

Fifth in 2025, the Brit beat Mike Sommerfeld (2nd) and defending champ Ramon Dino. Wesley Vissers and Terrence Ruffin rounded out the top 5.

Keone Pearson wins fourth straight 212 Olympia

Only Flex Lewis has a longer streak in the division. Brazil's Lucas Garcia was runner-up and Shaun Clarida 3rd.

Ryan Terry wins fourth straight Men's Physique, ties Buendia's record

Ali Bilal placed 2nd and Kyron Holden 3rd. Erin Banks and Brandon Hendrickson finished 4th and 5th.

Olympia 2026: every champion across 12 divisions

Five defending champions lost their titles and six athletes won their first Olympia. Andrea Shaw took a seventh straight Ms. Olympia.