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2021 Monterrey Fitness & Bodybuilding Championships Results
Carlos DeOliveira wins Men’s Physique at the 2021 Monterrey Fitness & Bodybuilding Championships.
The 2021 Monterrey Fitness & Bodybuilding Championships took place over the weekend and Carlos DeOliveira took home the title in Men’s Physique. Competitors gathered to Monterrey, Mexico looking for an early qualification to the 2022 Olympia.
The Men’s Physique division was the headliner of the event.DeOliveirais coming off a performance at the Olympia and is looking to compete next year as well. He finished sixth in Orlando last weekend and entered the Monterrey Championships as the favorite in the Men’s Physique division. He is an up-and-coming talent to keep an eye on moving forward.
An early qualification to the Olympia gives competitors a chance to prepare for the long haul. This is what competitors were looking for in all divisions and that now includes Wellness. The 2021 Olympia featured the first-ever Wellness competition and that included Sunny Andrews. She finished sixth at the biggest competition of the year and this could build confidence moving forward.
There were a two divisions at the Monterrey Championships with winners vying for qualification to the 2022 Olympia. The full results have now been announced. Check out our full breakdown of the 2021 Monterrey Fitness & Bodybuilding Championships results below.
2021 Monterrey Fitness & Bodybuilding Championships: All Division Winners
Men’s Physique: Carlos DeOliveira
Wellness: Giselle Machado
2021 Monterrey Fitness & Bodybuilding Championships Breakdown
Men’s Physique
First Place – Carlos DeOliveira
Second Place – Yashar Anbari
Third Place – Ismael Dominguez
Fourth Place – Hachemi Hemza
Fifth Place – Saint Michael Moodie
Sixth Place – Victor Ramirez
Wellness
First Place – Giselle Machado
Second Place – Sunny Andrews
Third Place – Zelma Santos
Fourth Place – Luz Rodriguez
Fifth Place – Michelle Ibata
Sixth Place – Viviana Aurora Baca Servin
Official Score Cards
Generation Iron wishes to congratulate all the great athletes who earned a win at the 2021 Monterrey Championships. Make sure to check out our full IFBB Pro results page from this year and previous years right here to catch up on any action you may have missed!
Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.
2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup Results
Nathan De Asha wins Men’s Open at the 2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup.
The 2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup took place over the weekend and Nathan De Asha took home the title in Men’s Open. Some of the major competitors in the world gathered to San Marino to compete for yet another championship.
Nathan De Ashahas had difficulty getting back on stage on a consistent basis. He won the Europa Pro this year and this earned him qualification for the Olympia. De Asha was forced to miss the biggest competition of the year due to issues with travel. Just one week later, De Asha took the stage in San Marino and was a huge name to watch entering the competition.
De Asha faced off with Roelly Winklaar once again. This is the duo that headlined the Europa Pro and it was De Asha who was able to come out on top. Winklaar will be back on stage after lacing 11th in the Olympia last week. He was forced to miss the Arnold Classic with an injury and he is still trying to get back on track. Tim Budesheim and Andrea Presti also entered the weekend as dark-horse contenders to win the title.
Budesheim finished third at the Europa Pro and went toe-to-toe with both De Asha and Winklaar. He does not have a victory this year but continues to be a strong competitor who has a lot of potential. Budesheim notched another top-three finish at the Mr. Big Evolution Pro.
Luca Biolo made an appearance in Orlando in the Men’s Physique division. He quickly returned to stage as well in San Marino. He was viewed as a competitor who could make a huge impact in this division over the weekend.
The full results have now been announced. Check out our full breakdown of the 2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup results below.
2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup: All Division Winners
Men’s Open: Nathan De Asha
Men’s Physique: Brandon Hendrickson
2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup Breakdown
Men’s Open
First Place – Nathan De Asha ($20,000)
Second Place – Roelly Winklaar ($10,000)
Third Place – Samson Dauda ($5,000)
Fourth Place – Andrea Presti ($4,000)
Fifth Place – Theo Leguerrier ($2,000)
Men’s Physique
First Place – Brandon Hendrickson
Second Place – Ricardo Croci
Third Place – Balint Nemeth
Fourth Place – Emile Walker
Fifth Place – Jeffrey Darko
2021 Yamamoto Pro Official Scorecards
Congratulations to all of the winners at the 2021 Yamamoto Pro Cup. For more news and updates, follow Generation Iron on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.
2021 Kentucky Muscle Pro Championships Results
Peter Molnar wins Classic Physique at the 2021 Kentucky Muscle Championships.
It was quite a show in Louisville, Kentucky on Saturday during the 2021 Kentucky Muscle Pro Championships. In the end, it was Peter Molnar who took home the prize in Classic Physique to headline the event.
Molnar entered the competition as one of the favorites to win Classic Physique. He last competed in the Arnold Classic where he was able to go up against some of the best in the world. Molnar was impressive in Columbus and took eighth place at the Arnold. Now, he has won another show and will have a chance to compete at the Olympia.
Tommy Clark finished second while Jeff Hallenbeck rounded out the top three. They were dark-horse contenders coming into the show to compete with Molnar. Jessica Reyes Padilla won the title in Figure to earn qualification.
The full results from the event have been announced. Some elite competitors gathered to Louisville looking for qualification and you can see who earned it below. Check out the full breakdown of results from the 2021 Kentucky Muscle Pro Championships.
2021 Kentucky Muscle Pro Championships: All Division Winners
Classic Physique: Peter Molnar
Figure: Jessica Reyes Padilla
Pro Figure 35+: Alissa Carpio
2021 Kentucky Muscle Pro Championships Breakdown
Classic Physique
First Place – Peter Molnar
Second Place – Tommy Clark
Third Place – Jeff Hallenbeck
Fourth Place – Tyler Tallent
Fifth Place – Brandon Cooper
Sixth Place – Jared Feather
Figure
First Place – Jessica Reyes Padilla
Second Place – Autumn Cleveland
Third Place – Martina Yabekova
Fourth Place – Alissa Carpio
Fifth Place – Stephanie Koerber
Sixth Place – Danielle Rose
Pro Figure 35+
First Place – Alissa Carpio
Second Place – Stephanie Koerber
Third Place – Katerina Tarbox
Fourth Place – Fay Perticari
Fifth Place – Sherrie Bingham
Sixth Place – Christina Adibe
Official Score Cards
Generation Iron wishes to congratulate all the great athletes who earned a win at the 2021 Kentucky Muscle Pro Championships. Make sure to check out our full IFBB Pro results page from this year and previous years right here to catch up on any action you may have missed!
Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.
2021 Titans Grand Prix Pro
Bojana Vasiljevic wins Figure at the 2021 Titans Grand Prix Pro.
Bojana Vasiljevic took home the prize in Figure at the 2021 Titans Grand Prix Pro on Saturday. The event took place in Los Angeles with competitors looking for an early qualification to the 2022 Olympia. Just one week after the biggest competition of the year in Orlando, there were some competitors that were back on stage.
An Da Jeong headlined the list of competitors after a strong performance at the Olympia. She made an impact on stage and was able to finish seventh in the competition. Jeong wasted no time getting back on stage hoping to qualify for next year’s competition.
Michele Silva Pinto has become a staple in the Figure division looking for improvements. In Orlando, Pinto finished near the bottom but was looking to turn things around right away. Wendy Fortino and Rachel Killam also made an appearance in Los Angeles looking to impress on their way to a qualification.
The full results from the event have been announced. Check out the full break down of the 2021 Titans Grand Prix Pro below!
2021 Titans Grand Prix Pro: All Division Winners
Figure: Bojana Vasiljevic
2021 Titans Grand Prix Pro Breakdown
Figure
First Place – Bojana Vasiljevic
Second Place – An Da Jeong
Third Place – Wendy Fortino
Fourth Place – Michele Silva Pinto
Fifth Place – Mandy Umer
Sixth Place – Rachel Killam
Seventh Place – Nuannaree Sriwaralak
Eighth Place – Charity Field
Ninth Place – Tonya Brookter
Tenth Place – Kristy Crespo
Generation Iron wishes to congratulate all the great athletes who earned a win this weekend. Make sure to check out our full IFBB Pro results page from this year and previous years right here to catch up on any action you may have missed!
Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.
Still Hospitalized, Flex Wheeler Gives Update On His Condition
Flex Wheeler shares update on Instagram with a mix of positive and concerning news.
On October 9th, 2021, Flex Wheeler announced that he had been diagnosed with COVID-19. The announcement in question was posted from the hospital via his Instagram. Though he remained positive and claimed, “I will defeat the virus,” fans were concerned due to the fact he was hospitalized. Now just a few days later, Flex Wheeler has provided an update on his condition – containing a combination of good and bad news.
Posting a picture from his hospital bed, Flex Wheeler reveals that he is still hospitalized but starts with some positive news. His COVID-19 symptoms are getting less severe. His fever is reducing with less aches and migraines. He also reveals that he had developed some respiratory issues – though did not need to be intubated. He has been given medication that seems to be having a positive effect – and states that the hospital staff seem to be more positive after his latest chest scans.
“Still in the hospital. Covid Bon-respiratory symptoms are getting better. Body aches, fever, and migraines are starting to get less excruciating day by day.
A few days ago I did start to experience respiratory issues. I was put on oxygen (no breathing tube) and meds. The meds seem to be working and they have lowered the level of oxygen that I am on. I will be on these meds for at least another 11 days. The doctors did actually smile during my last chest films, they don’t normally give you a hint either way, so I’ll take it!”
Unfortunately, despite this seemingly positive news, Flex Wheeler also shares some concerning updates. He has also suffered acute kidney failure. This seems connected to the fact that he had a kidney transplant only a year ago. This has put him on immunosuppressant drugs. This, Wheeler claims, puts him in a strange unique position of being immunocompromised while also on immunosuppressant drugs. This is a potentially dangerous combination when it comes to the COVID-19 virus.
“The scary: I am in acute kidney failure, so my INR stabilization is an issue right now. As you may know, I received a kidney transplant over a decade ago.
I am in that rare case of people that are immunocompromised, while also taking immunosuppressant drugs for my kidney. So, even though I’m fully vaccinated, I hit that sweet spot that put me in danger for this virus. Covid really is he worst thing that I’ve ever gone through.”
Despite this scary news, Flex Wheeler remains positive. He thanks friends, family, and those in the bodybuilding community that have provided him support. He ends off his update by stating, “I will beat this!”
The entire staff here at Generation Iron send out hope and support for Flex Wheeler during this time. The Generation Iron Fitness Network will continue to provide updates as they become available for this developing story. We all hope for a smooth and strong recovery in the days ahead.
Dave Bautista Shares Home Gym And Plan To Go Vegan in Recent Video
Dave Bautista was recently on the cover of Men’s Health and shared information in a video.
Dave Bautista had an extremely successful career in the WWE ring that included time as the World Heavyweight Champion. Following his professional wrestling career, Bautista transitioned to the big screen and is now a successful actor. He has continued to keep himself in shape and build his physique to a high quality.
This has led Bautista to being featured on the cover of Men’s Health. The 52-year-old actor shared the accomplishment on his Instagram. In a recent interview with Men’s Health, Bautista showed off his home gym and shared some tips of his diet plan. This includes a plan to go vegan.
“Excited to share the new cover of @menshealthmag! Online and on newsstands today! @richdorment @milosnadazdin@tedstaffordstyle @vanjapantin@lonlozzin @whatisnojan“
Dave Bautista went through his eating preferences and how they have changed over the years. He revealed that he cut out dairy products back in 2005 and has not been eating red meat for over a decade. This has caused him to move to a plant-based and pescatarian diet. He regularly eats red beans, rice, fish, and eggs during breakfast.
We have regularly seen movie actors transform their bodies when preparing for a movie role that requires them to be in great shape. This has happened for Bautista over the years and his background in wrestling has helped.
Bautista continued by sharing some diet habits that he has. This includes some of his favorite snacks that he likes to consume. Bautista is a fan of bananas with almond butter and a vegan gluten-free grilled cheese. To continue, Bautista admitted that sushi is his go-to comfort food that he could eat on a daily basis.
Whether it is an actor or a professional wrestler, the figure cannot get into shape without a quality gym. Bautista has just the place. Going to the gym is an activity that keeps people in shape but also allows them to clear their mind. This is especially true for Bautista when he visits his two-floor gym. There are designated floors for weight training and martial arts work.
“This is not only like a place where I can stay in shape. But this is also like, this is my sanctuary. I come here for peace of mind. It’s therapeutical for me. It’s not something that I have to do to stay in shape but something I need to do to keep, you know, my mind right,” Bautista explained.
Dave Bautista built an incredible physique as a WWE superstar and has continued it as an actor. He has done this with a combination or weight training along with cardio. This includes traditional cardio work along with martial arts training. This is what Bautista prefers over traditional weight training.
Even though he is not wrestling anymore, this does not mean that Bautista is not a fitness goal. He remains in incredible shape and does it in many ways. This will continue as he remains in shape for different roles and projects coming up. The most important aspect is that Bautista still has the necessary work ethic and mindset.
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Talking Huge | EP 16: Craig Golias Reacts To The Olympia 2021 Results
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Craig Golias and Vlad Yudin break down the full results for the Olympia 2021 weekend.
Welcome to another episode of Talking Huge – a weekly digital series in which Craig Golias talks in-depth with Vlad Yudin on the latest trending topics in bodybuilding. Raw, honest, and uncut – Craig Golias shares his opinions on all things bodybuilding. In this episode, Craig Golias shares his thoughts on the Olympia 2021 results across highlight divisions, follows up on George Peterson’s passing, and more.
Last weekend held the Olympia 2021 weekend event. Known as the Super Bowl of bodybuilding, this was the largest version of the competition yet. It held 11 divisions including the new Wellness category. Needless to say it was a star studded affair with excitement around every corner.
Last week, Craig Golias made his predictions for the Men’s Open division of the Olympia 2021. Now looking back at his predictions compared to the results – he was correct about four of the top five placings at the Mr. Olympia 2021. We spend most of this episode digging into the details about the results of that lineup plus Craig’s reaction to the winners of other key divisions such as the Men’s 212 and Classic Physique categories. Let’s jump into it in our latest episode of Talking Huge.
Big Ramy, Hunter Labrada, and Nick Walker’s Mr. Olympia future
Craig Golias predicted that Big Ramy would be first place. He was also correct in placing Brandon Curry at second, Hadi Choopan in third, and Nick Walker in fifth place. His only misstep was the fourth place prediction. Hunter Labrada ended up taking that spot – and pulled ahead against his contemporary Nick Walker.
Craig Golias was shocked at Hunter Labrada’s physique and placing – giving the athletes props for his impressive improvements and showing on the Olympia stage. He thinks both Hunter Labrada and Nick Walker’s placings show promise for these two athletes – and expects to see them as consistent top five athletes for years to come.
As for Big Ramy, Craig Golias isn’t 100% sure if he will be able to continue his reign in the long term. He felt that Ramy has showcased better conditioning in the past – and that if he is to maintain his first place finish, he will have to show significantly better improvements in future Olympia competitions. Craig Golias wouldn’t be surprised if Ramy falls from his first place spot as early as next year. With his predictions being so accurate this year – let’s bookmark his comments here to see if they hold up in 2022.
Derek Lunsford and Chris Bumstead at the Olympia 2021
Craig Golias also spoke with Vlad Yudin about his thoughts on the Men’s 212 and Classic Physique results. He believed that both winners were the right call by the judges. Derek Lunsford was his favorite on the stage that night and he believed that his classic look mixed with a mass monster mentality made for a superior physique. He also felt that Chris Bumstead is proving himself to be the unbeatable player in Classic Physique division.
Unlike Big Ramy, Craig Golias believes that Bumstead will be a long running champion n the Olympia for years to come. He will be the legend that all other Classic Physique competitors aspire to match up to or succeed past. Now that we are well past the baby stages of this division – it seems we very well may have our first long term reigning icon in the category.
Wrap Up
There are far more topics discussed in this episode than we can cover in this article. Craig Golias also follows up on his further thoughts regarding George Peterson’s death – and how that might affect the world of bodybuilding’s future among other interesting topics. You can check it all out in the latest episode of Talking Huge above! Make sure to check out Talking Huge every week on Friday – only on the Generation Iron Fitness Network!
Brandon Curry’s Coach Abdullah Alotaibi Unhappy With 2021 Olympia Judging
Abdullah Alotaibi is critical of Olympia judging after Brandon Curry’s second-place finish.
Every great bodybuilder has plenty of people around them to get to the top of the sport. This includes a coach who keeps them on track every step of the way. For Brandon Curry, that coach is Abdullah Alotaibi. The two have been working together for years now as Curry has turned into an elite competitor in bodybuilding.
Curry reached the pinnacle in 2019 by taking home the title of Mr. Olympia. Over the previous two years, Curry has finished second to Big Ramy and this is something that Alotaibi is not happy about. On Thursday, the bodybuilding coach took to Instagram to voice some criticisms with recent judging at the Olympia.
“In 2019, after Brandon won the Olympia, i asked one of the top guys what should i do/improve Brandon to keep winning the olympia, what adjustments should we make; he told me to bring him very lean and shredded, we did just that and still lost in 2020.Then asked them what adjustments should we make to bring back the title they told me to bring him bigger, which we did. This year Brandon was 15lb heavier and still lost.
I don’t know what they need as they keep changing things around”
Abdullah Alotaibi’s major frustration came because he followed advice from judges and it was still not enough. He claimed that prior to the 2020 competition, he was told to have Brandon Curry Len and shredded. Prior to last weekend in Orlando, Alotaibi was advised to add some size. While the duo reached each goal, neither was good enough to get back to the top of the sport.
The sport of bodybuilding is transitioning to favor mass monsters with incredible conditioning. That exactly what Big Ramy is. He weighed in at 305 pounds during the Olympia press conference and seemed like a difficult candidate to beat. During the prejudging round, it was clear that Brandon Curry was right there with him.
Despite recent frustrations from his coach, Curry did not have any regrets after his performance this year. He recently took to Instagram to address the Olympia.
“I FELL SHORT ACCORDING TO THE JUDGES, BUT I HAVE ZERO REGRETS BECAUSE I DID MY ABSOLUTE BEST AND THE REST WAS IN THEIR HANDS.TO BE IN THE TOP 2 IN THE WORLD FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE YEARS IS MY HISTORICAL MOMENT FOR THE YEAR. EACH YEAR I FIND SOMETHING SIGNIFICANT IN THE OUTCOME AND THAT WAS THAT MOMENT FOR ME,’ Brandon Curry wrote.
It is not surprising to see Abdullah Alotaibi frustrated over another second-place finish but now it is back to the drawing board for Curry. He will continue to be one of the top competitors in the world moving forward and will undoubtedly be back on that Olympia stage next year.
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King Kamali Lifts Car To Save Victim In Car Accident
King Kamali recently helped save a victim in a car accident.
Shahriar Kamali, better known as King Kamali, is a well-known bodybuilder who has remained vocal about the sport. Recently, he used his strength to help someone in danger following a car accident.
On Wednesday, King Kamali posted a video on his Instagram page explaining an incredible story. He was driving with his daughter and saw a car accident. The car was upside down and there was a need for help. Kamali hopped out of the car and went to help any victims.
In his caption on social media, Kamali explains that he had to rip the door of the car off to get to the passenger and proceeded to lift the car to get the victim’s arm out. Unfortunately, the passenger has to have her left hand amputated and suffered broken legs but she is still alive.
“Jesus Christ people… I’m still in shock. Thanking God right now for the strength he has blessed me with because it took everything I had to lift this car off of her arm. Left hand amputated and legs broken but I stayed with her the entire time. The only way to get to her was to rip the fucking door off and I did. #godbewiththem #thankthelordformystrength“
King Kamali remained with the victim until the ambulance arrived and she was able to get the proper care. This incredible feat of bravery and strength is what Kamali has been all about. He banged up his hand in the process but admitted it was worth it.
“2 jammed, 1 dislocated and 1 fucked up.. battle scars from yanking a car door off the hinge. It was worth it helping a fellow human being in need. #kingsworld??“
Kamali has retired from bodybuilding after a long career as an IFBB professional. Born in Iran, Kamali moved to New York and began his career. He gained interest in bodybuilding in college while studying Exercise Physiology at George Mason. This allowed him to learn about about sports nutrition paired with distinctive posing styles.
In 1999, Kamali won the NPC Nationals in the heavyweight division. He went onto finish fourth at the Arnold Classic in 2001. He appeared in three Arnold Classic competitions and two Mr. Olympia’s.
King Kamali last appeared on stage in 2006 at the Atlantic City Pro. Since his retirement, Kamali has remained vocal in the sport attempting to improve it moving forward. It is clear that Kamali has the best interest of bodybuilding but also for human beings as a whole.
Kamali references his incredible strength for being able to pull off the rescue. There was much more to it as he was courageous enough to jump right in. This proves once again that humans can channel super strength in times of need.
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Olivier Richters ‘The Dutch Giant’ Named The World’s Tallest Bodybuilder
Olivier Richters, nicknamed the Dutch Giant, has been recognized as the world’s tallest bodybuilder.
The sport of bodybuilding has been turning into one where it might be favoring taller competitors. There is no exact science backing this up but just a thought. Well, Olivier Richters takes this to another level and has done it in a larger-than-life way.
Richters, better known as the Dutch Giant, stands at 7-feet-1.9 inches tall. This was confirmed in Eemnes, Netherlands. Richters is an actor, fitness model, and bodybuilder. He has become known for his incredible height and impressive physique. This now includes the Guinness Book of World Records, who has recognized Richters as the world’s tallest bodybuilder.
The Dutch Giant took to Instagram back in September to celebrate his achievement. He is seen with his certificate and a representative from the book of world records.
“Guinness World Records: Tallest Bodybuilder in the World, non-competitive ??. Super proud to announce that I have taken the record in the book of 2022 with a verified height of 218.3cm / 7ft 1.9in. In the photo: Craig Glenday, Guinness editor in chief.”
Olivier Richters was contacted by Guinness as they began their search for the tallest bodybuilder in the world. Richters was one of the obvious places to begin. At first, he was hesitant about the opportunity and he explained why in his Instagram post.
“With the result of 218.3cm / 7ft 1.9in Guinness asked if I want to take the record. I said no, because the definition of a bodybuilder is not clear. You got competitive bodybuilders (on stage competing) but also people who perform the sport for a different reason, like me as a profession / non-competitive for the film industry, my online sports supermarket @musclemeatnl and supplement line @dutchgiantnutrition.”
Richters continued to explain that the book of world records was willing to create a second category. The Dutch Giant now holds the record as the tallest competitive bodybuilder and tallest noncompetitive/professional bodybuilder.
Olivier Richters gained attention back in 2017 when he was on the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival. From that moment on, Richters career on the big screen has been growing rapidly. In 2020, he joined influencers in official online promoting of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, the latest in the Assassin’s Creed set.
Recently, Richters can be seen on the big screen in the United States. This includes in Black Widow as Ursa. He was also in The King’s Man and has some other projects in the works as well.
Olivier Richter has the personality, size, and build to turn into a popular figure in many avenues. He is a talented figure with the potential to be seen quite often moving forward. It will be interesting to see where he comes up next. What we do know is that Richters will be featured in the 2022 Guinness Book of World Records.
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