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Mr. Olympia, the Arnold Classic and IFBB Pro League bodybuilding: results, divisions, champions and history.

Facts last verified: Oct 18, 2026

Nick Walker2026 Mr. Olympia
1965First Mr. Olympia
8Most titles: Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman
Sep 24–27, 2026Olympia Weekend, Las Vegas
$600,0002026 Mr. Olympia winner's prize

Professional bodybuilding is judged on muscle size, symmetry, conditioning and presentation. The sport's biggest title is Mr. Olympia, first held in 1965, decided each year at Olympia Weekend alongside Classic Physique, 212, Men's Physique and the women's divisions. The Arnold Classic in Columbus, Ohio is the season's other major show.

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Mr. OlympiaMr.Arnold ClassicThe Arnold Classic, named after Arnold Schwarzenegger, has been held in Columbus, Ohio since 1989 as the centerpiece of the Arnold Sports Festival.

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EventLatest editionDateHeadline result
Olympia Weekend2026 Olympia WeekendSeptember 24–27, 2026Nick Walker — Mr. Olympia 2026Results
Men's Open Bodybuilding2026 Mr. Olympia (Men's Open)September 26, 2026Nick Walker — Winner (18 points)Results
Classic Physique2026 Classic Physique OlympiaSeptember 2026Niall Darwen — WinnerResults
212 Bodybuilding2026 212 OlympiaSeptember 2026Keone Pearson — WinnerResults
Men's Physique2026 Men's Physique OlympiaSeptember 2026Ryan Terry — WinnerResults
Women's Bodybuilding2026 Ms. OlympiaSeptember 2026Andrea Shaw — WinnerResults

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