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Colin Congo Answers: Are All Pro Sports Riddled With Steroids?
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Colin Congo compares pro bodybuilding to other sports when it comes to steroid use and policing of PEDs.
Colin Congo is a pro natural bodybuilder and also an active member in the FBI. This creates an interesting intersection between his personal beliefs about steroid use in bodybuilding – and the legal reality behind policing illegal steroid use in bodybuilding and other sports. The sport of bodybuilding is a strange beast in this way. Most leagues don’t actively test for illegal steroid use. That being said, it’s a general understanding that most pro bodybuilders use PEDs in order to reach the shocking level of muscular and size on display during contests. This fact, it’s argued, is what prevents a more mainstream version of success for the sport – such as being televised on mainstream broadcasts.
But there are those who point out that bodybuilding really isn’t any different from other pro sports. While different sports have different degrees of testing – it can be argued that almost all pro sports have athletes that use steroids and PEDs. The fact that Olympic teams such as Russia were the subject of wide spread steroid use seems to be proof that not everything can get caught (even if they do get caught eventually). That’s why we ultimately pulled on Colin Congo’s expertise as both a natural bodybuilder and a member of the FBI – do all pro sports really engage in consistent use of steroids? In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Colin Congo shares his take on steroid use across all pro sports, how it’s policed, and if it can ever really be stopped.
No matter the sport, it seems at some point in time the greatest athletes in sporting culture ultimately get caught for steroids or other PED usage. Lance Armstrong is a famous example, as well as MMA legend Jon Jones. Most recently, the entire Russian Olympic team was the subject of a in-depth documentary exposing wide-spread steroid use among its athletes. Different pro sports handle drug testing in different ways. But one thing that seems to remain true is this – pro sports cannot 100% police PED use. Even for the most lucrative leagues – it’s too expensive and too logically complicated to regularly test all athletes.
With this in mind, how often are pro athletes really using steroids? Pro bodybuilding often gets a bad rap for steroid use and its unwillingness to test for it. But is bodybuilding really any different to other pro sports that are far more popular? Baseball, Basketball, Football – all major sports have their own steroid scandals. Is steroid use simply unavoidable on a pro level?
We asked this very question to Colin Congo – a bodybuilder who has dedicated his life to being all natural and also is an active member in the FBI. While he has no way of knowing the truth behind all key athletes across all pro sports – he is able to use his anecdotal experiences between the FBI and natural bodybuilding as a foundation for the bigger picture. As far as Congo is concerned, the logic is sound – steroid use is most likely far more used in pro sports than many fans realize.
Colin Congo says that a combination of massive money on the line and an uneven playing field contribute to steroid use in pro athletes. If an athlete knows some are using steroids, that puts them at a disadvantage. So why not close the gap by using PEDs as well? On top of that, many pro athletes have their income directly related to their ability. When hundreds of thousands of dollars are on the line – the risk is suddenly becomes more worth it.
Colin Congo points out the irony for how reviled athletes become upon being caught for steroids. For example, Congo recounts Lance Armstrong having his entire reputation destroyed by being caught for PED usage. A friend and colleague of Congo’s took a look at the stats for other cyclists during Armstrong’s time. All of them were hitting close levels to Armstrong. After he was caught, in the years after those times and stats dropped significantly.
Congo’s take on that data? Many more cyclists were using the same drugs – but didn’t get caught. The reality is that Lance Armstrong was doing the same thing as all other athletes on his level. He got caught, his reputation is sullied, but really the entire sport’s reputation should take a hit. The problem is more endemic than media makes it out to be.
You can watch Colin Congo go into full detail about his thoughts on steroid use across all pro sports in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above.
Former 212 Olympia Champ Shaun Clarida To Compete In Men’s Open This Month
Shaun Clarida is prepared to venture into a new category of bodybuilding.
Shaun Clarida has been one of the top competitors in the Men’s 212 division for years now. After reaching the pinnacle of 212, Clarida announced that he will venture into a new world of bodybuilding and compete in Men’s Open later this month.
Clarida took to Instagram on Tuesday morning to make the announcement. He will appear on stage during the Legion Sports Fest in Reno, NV. This event will take place from Oct. 22-24 with some elite competitors scheduled to make an appearance.
“? SURPRISE SURPRISE!!?
They said I wasn’t a GIANT KILLER because I never competed in the open, well, ask and you shall receive! #ChallengeAccepted“
Shaun Clarida is coming off a second-place finish at the 2021 Olympia in the 212 division. This comes one year after his championship during the 2020 competition. Clarida has finished in the top three in each of the last three years. This year, Derek Lunsford was able to get over the hump and defeat Clarida in the Olympia.
Clarida acknowledges the challenge that competing in Men’s Open will be and this is something that drew him to the competition. He wants to prove that he can hang with some of the biggest athletes in the sport. While addressing his intention to compete in Men’s Open later this month, Clarida made it clear that he is not leaving the 212 division.
“*It’s always been my plan to do an open show to give myself a new challenge and ultimately just have fun. I’ve always said timing is everything, so after placing 2nd at the Olympia, already being in shape and having absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain, this is a great opportunity to show that I’m not just a good 212 bodybuilder but a good bodybuilder period!,” Shaun clarida wrote.
(P.S I’m NOT leaving the 212 Division)”
In his Instagram post, Clarida shared the list of competitors scheduled to compete at the Legion Sports Fest. Cedric McMillan and Patrick Moore are on the list and will give Clarida immediate competition. Regan Grimes is also set to appear along with Maxx Charles. The list continues with the likes of Sergio Oliva Jr., who continues to be one of the best posers in the game.
After looking at the list of competitors, there is no doubt that Clarida will be challenged. This is something that the New Jersey native is looking for.
Clarida competed in his first Olympia 212 back in 2015. He has not missed one since that night and it seems like he will continue to be a force in the division moving forward. This venture into Men’s Open will only continue to strengthen Clarida’s game and his physique.
Shaun Clarida will look to prove that he can hang with the big boys in Men’s Open. This will be an event to watch to see how the 212 competitor matches up.
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2021 Strongman Corporation Open Results
Here are the full results from the 2021 Strongman Corporation Open.
The 2021 Strongman Corporation Open took place this weekend with competitors vying for qualification to the 2022 Arnold Strongman World Championships. The event took place from Oct. 15-16 in Salem, VA at the Salem Civic Center.
There were a total of 13 divisions in the men’s and women’s lightweight, middleweight, and heavyweight sections. Competitors battled for qualification in six events — the rogue max log press, rogue bag toss, gorilla strength wheelbarrow deadlift, rogue axel clean & press, rogue yoke walk, and gorilla strength wheelbarrow race.
At the end of the event, there were 15 competitors who earned their proceeds. The full results have been announced and you can find the full breakdown below!
Lightweight Women
The top four competitors in the up to 120 pound division earned qualification to the Arnold Strongman World Championships while the top five in the up to 140 pound division earned theirs.
Up To 120 Pounds
Cynthia Martinez — 22 points
Kiara Medina — 14.5 points
Aimee Clickner — Eight points
Nicole Recchia — 5.5 points
Up To 140 Pounds
Kira Wrixon — 175.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Emma Pruitt — 163 points — Earned Pro Card
Jessica Helms — 161 points — Earned Pro Card
Jamie Navarro — 155 points
Nadia Morrison — 150.5 points
Middleweight Women
The top five competitors in both the up to 160 pound and 180 pound divisions earned qualification to the Arnold Strongman World Championships.
Up To 160 Pounds
Nancy Johnson — 64 points — Earned Pro Card
Mary Colasanto — 60 points — Earned Pro Card
Christy Senay — 46 points
Evelyn Valdez — 44 points
Jenny Draper — 37 points
Up To 180 Pounds
Jessica Mitchell — 88 points — Earned Pro Card
Cassandra Moore — 76.5 points
Katie Gutwald — 74 points
Kendra Danzer — 73 points (T-fourth)
Jamie Schamma — 73 points (T-fourth)
Heavyweight Women
The top two competitors in the up to 200 pound division earned qualification to the Arnold Strongman World Championships while the top five from the over 200 pound division earned the honor.
Up To 200 Pounds
Ashley Sorensen — Eight points
Katherine “Kitty” Cross — Seven points
Over 200 Pounds
Shaun Hairston — 109 points — Earned Pro Card
Pauline De Pinto — 98.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Colleen Meredith — 95.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Leilani Brown — 95 points
Jennifer Lyle — 94 points
Lightweight Men
The up to 150 pound division had just two competitors. The up to 175 pound division had 27 competitors vying for the top five spots.
Up To 150 Pounds
Peter Herguth — Eight points
Lauren Cohen — Three points
Up To 175 Pounds
Andrew Hanus — 158 points
William “Cody” Abell — 147 points
Quinn Romanasko — 128 points
Nicholas Boyce — 126 points
Sebastian Kluger — 125 points
Middleweight Men
The top five athletes in each of the next two divisions gained qualification to the Arnold Strongman World Championships.
Up To 200 Pounds
Charles Pierce — 92.5 points
Daniel Zimmer — 79 points
John Robinson — 69 points
Andrew Pepiot — 69 points
Marshall Buckler — 61 points
Up To 231 Pounds
Daniel Hughes — 274.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Tyler Young — 265.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Mark Jones — 264.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Matthew McQuiston — 256.5 points
Ryan Saxton — 256 points
Heavyweight Men
The top five athletes in each of the next two divisions gained qualification to the Arnold Strongman World Championships.
Up To 265 Pounds
James Ortmann — 56.5 points
Sean Deem — 54.5 points
David Elmore — 53 points
Garrett Payne — 50.5 points
Steven Spencer — 37 points
Up To 300 Pounds
Clayton Desilva — 107 points
David Tinsman — 94 points
Brian Kichton — 93.5 points
Thomas Sroka — 90 points
Alex Stults — 88 points
Over 300 Pounds
Jack Plankers — 278.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Thomas Evans — 269.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Nick Davis — 242.5 points — Earned Pro Card
Lucas Hatton — 237 points
Matthew Webb — 235 points
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Nick Walker Appears As Guest Poser At 2021 NPC Utah Classic
Nick Walker was back on stage at the Utah Classic as a guest poser over the weekend.
It has been quite the year for Nick Walker. He has quickly turned into one of the biggest names in bodybuilding and will only continue to improve. After a fifth-place finish at the Olympia, Walker was back on stage but this time it was as a guest poser.
Walker appeared at the 2021 NPC Utah Classic over the weekend. This event took place on Oct. 16 at Cottonwood High School in Salt Lake City, UT. Walker took to Instagram on Monday to announced that a YouTube video will be released of his latest appearance in Salt Lake City.
We will continue to update this article as more information and the video is released.
Nick Walker has been an up-and-coming name in bodybuilding for awhile now. This year, he began to take the next step to the top.
Walker was victorious at the New York Pro, which earned him qualification to the Olympia. Just two weeks before the biggest event of the year, Walker won the Arnold Classic and put him in a good position heading into Orlando. On the night of the finals, Walker claimed fifth place. He finished behind two-time champion Big Ramy, Brandon Curry, Hadi Choopan, and Hunter Labrada.
Following the Olympia, Walker stated that he was not satisfied with his fifth-place finish. This will be motivation heading into next year. Walker has built incredible size and is one of the biggest mass monsters in the sport. His conditioning will continue to improve and this will keep him near the top and as one of the best competitors.
This was a chance for Nick Walker to show off his skills and meet some other aspiring bodybuilders. Walker made sure to document the event and make a video to put together his experience from the Utah Classic. This was an exciting experience for both Walker and the competitors and fans at the Utah Classic.
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Lee Haney on Modern Bodybuilding and Coaching: “Athletes Are Bigger But Lack Quality”
Lee Haney says modern athletes have greater size, but less quality.
Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney has given a critique on modern bodybuilding and coaching. The legend suggests that the modern era is too focused on size over quality.
Modern bodybuilding is a completely different game today compared with the Golden Era. While today the focus has been on size, athletes packing on massive amounts of muscle, during the Golden Era the focus was different. Now while the argument of which era was better for bodybuilding has been floating in the air for awhile now, there’s definitely a nuance that few have been talking about.
Many have focused a great deal on the end results. The arguments have been “bodybuilders are too massive” or “bodybuilders don’t pose like they used to”, valid arguments in and of themselves. But there is a angle that many arguments fail to include. What has changed about the focus of training?
Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney has had a great deal to say about the subject. Haney has criticized modern bodybuilding in the past, but his most recent post may have hit the nail on the head.
You see while many arguments focus on the size of bodybuilders and their lack of skill in presentation, Lee Haney is suggesting that the issue could be more with athlete training than anything else. In fact the bodybuilding legend suggests that coaches these days could be the main culprit.
Lee Haney made a recent post to Instagram highlighting what he thinks the main difference is between bodybuilding today and yesterday. The eight-time Olympia champion suggests that bodybuilders don’t focus on separation anymore and more on size. The training mentality has shifted and therefore the end results have changed as well.
“After close evaluation of the Olympia, It’s my professional opinion that the training systems used lack the ability to create muscle maturity or quality muscle separation. No so with the top 10 during the eras past. Yes, athletes are bigger but lack quality.”
Lee Haney suggests that the modern era focuses on quantity over quality. From the results of recent shows it’s hard to argue with the man. Haney then went on to discuss the state of training and coaches in the modern era.
“I later had a conversation with the coaches that worked with one of the top athletes. I asked: what type of training system did he used for his athlete (top (5)?
“And behold? he gave me an answer that was total out the realm of what was used to create some of the greatest physiques ever. Of course he himself looked like a dancer.
“There in lies the problem with the quality of 95% of open class bodybuilders. The problem with most of the current coaches is that they haven’t been there done that. I said it and stand by it. I have the hardware to backup what I said.”
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So are the coaches to blame for the state of modern bodybuilding? While one could simply argue that bodybuilders are just different today, it still doesn’t change the fact that past eras featured athletes with more balanced physiques. The modern mass monsters is now the norm where it used to be a rare occurrence. Now the opposite is true. The mass monsters dominate the stage while balanced bodybuilders have fallen by the way side.
Do you agree with this assessment from Lee Haney?
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Patrick Moore Explains The Reason It’s Offensive To Suggest He Move To Classic Physique
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Patrick Moore details why he was annoyed at the suggestion he move down to Classic Physique division.
In 2021, there are now more divisions in pro bodybuilding than there ever has been in the history of the sport. What once used to be squarely one division now has eleven. This allows athletes to determine what kind of ultimate physique they want to achieve and find success in that framework. It also brings a lot of couch critics out of the woodwork. Fans can and will often speculate if a pro competitor would be better off in a different division. Patrick Moore has no plans to leave Men’s Open bodybuilding – and has found it offensive to suggest he does otherwise.
This became clear when King Kamali publicly stated that Patrick Moore should move to Classic Physique. The comment sparked a back and forth reaction between Moore and Kamali and brought their debate into bodybuilding headlines. During our conversation with Patrick Moore, we asked him about this moment so that he could further explain his mentality and why he was annoyed by the comment. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Patrick Moore explains why it’s offensive to suggest he move down to Classic Physique.
With so many divisions in pro bodybuilding, there are more options than ever for athletes to find success. No one competitor is locked into the division they start in. There has been some debate as to whether or not this is a good thing. Some believe that this dilutes each division and encourages athletes to not push as hard. Supporters find that this brings in more athletes as a whole – and encourages athletes to compete who otherwise wouldn’t try due to the kind of physiques Men’s Open demands.
Some bodybuilders have had great success changing divisions, such as Hadi Choopan, who moved from Men’s 212 to Men’s Open. Many were worried he would fall behind against larger competitors. Ultimately, his risk paid off with consistent top five placings at Mr. Olympia. So when King Kamali suggested that Patrick Moore possibly move down to Classic Physique – it might not have been that crazy of an idea in general.
But from Patrick Moore’s perspective, this comment was unhelpful, unrealistic, and slightly insulting. During our interview, he explains that all it took was one competition where he looked off for the suggestion to come along. In fact, he points out that Kamali had praised his Men’s Open physique in 2019.
Patrick Moore points this out directly during our conversation:
“What lost it for me with him was this was a guy that was giving me praise in 2019 when I was in the open class. So once I come in a little off… so now I should go to Classic? It’s just crazy.”
Patrick Moore also points out that he would need to drop down to about 206 pounds at his height. So he would have to lose quite a bit of weight in order to qualify to compete in Classic Physique:
“So at the Olympia 2019, I was 236 [pounds]. There’s no way – and I was peeled. I had no fat. There was no way I was going to cut down to 206 pounds. So for him to say some ignorant sh*t like that… it’s like he’s miseducating… you’re telling people I should do something that’s impossible.”
Patrick Moore feels that, since King Kamali has a rather large following, his comments are misleading fans to expect something that Moore believes to be impossible. It poisons the well and changes the kind of fan interaction Moore has leading up into the next competition. Moore felt that key aspect is what made the comment disrespectful.
You can watch Patrick Moore explain his comments in full detail by watching our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!
Russell Orhii Crushes Own Squat World Record In Training Session
Russell Orhii is still the king of squats in the 83-kg division.
There are some powerlifters that are just on their game no matter where they are. Russell Orhii is an example of this and he made it known in a recent training session.
Orhii strolled into a commercial gym for a training session last week and was feeling pretty good. This was apparent because of the amount of weight that he loaded on the squat rack. Orhii is the current world-record holder in the 83-kg division at 320.5 kg (706.6lb). This is a lift that surpassed that record by nearly 19 pounds.
In the video, Orhii is seen with 725 pounds on his shoulders and completes one rep. This would have been good enough to shatter his own record if performed in a competition.
“I almost took an L squatting 725lbs/329kg in a commercial gym ??”
Russell Orhii made light of the lift in his caption but this was performed rather easily. There seemed to be some left in the tank and this could be building confidence for the next time that Orhii decides to step on stage. This lift was obviously not recognized as a world record because it was not done in competition and Orhii seems to be using uncalibrated plates.
Nonetheless, it is always impressive when a lifter can move a total of 14 45-pound weights. This is a record that was recently achieved by Orhii.
During the 2021 IPF World Classic Championships, Orhii put on a record-setting performance. He gave the crowd in Halstad, Sweden something to remember. During the show, Orhii set his world record squat while also totaling 841 kg (1,854.3lb), another record in the 83-kg division. It is clear that Orhii can perform on the biggest stages and that will continue to be the case moving forward.
Orhii took to Instagram after the World Classic Championships to celebrate his achievement. After watching the lift and seeing the emotion, it seems clear that there is no stopping Orhii moving forward.
This meet met so much more to me than just the lifting. It was by far my most difficult prep because there were SO many valid reasons to drop out. However, the the job got done in the face of adversity and NO ONE can take that from me.
“I’m going to take some time to get stronger and bring a MUCH better package to my next season of lifting.”
Russell Orhii is a name to watch moving forward in the powerlifting game. He has asserted himself as a force, especially in squat, and will continue to put up big-time numbers. The only questions remains is when he will decide to take on his own world record in competition.
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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.