Once a year, the shredded and the swole travel from around the globe to don their finest posing wear and flex it out in front of thousands of bodybuilding fans. Olympia Weekend is undoubtedly the most prestigious and historical event in bodybuilding; it features a weekend-long expo and 11 different divisions competing for the ultimate prize — an Olympia title.
This year, the 2023 Olympia is set to take place from Nov. 2-5 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 58th iteration of the contest notably features the return of the 2022 Mr. Olympia Hadi Choopan and runner-up Derek Lunsford, who won the 212 Olympia in 2021. BarBend will update this page routinely during the contest with division winners, notable news, and any schedule changes.
2023 Olympia Previews
- Fitness Olympia Preview
- Figure Olympia Preview
- Wellness Olympia Preview
- Women’s Physique Olympia Preview
- Ms. Olympia Preview
- Wheelchair Olympia Preview
- Men’s Physique Olympia Preview
- Classic Physique Olympia Preview
- 212 Olympia Preview
- Mr. Olympia Preview
How to Watch the 2023 Olympia
There are two ways fans can watch the Olympia — by attending in person or purchasing the Olympia’s pay-per-view stream.
The PPV is available at olympiaproductions.com, and costs $74.99. There is also a free stream, The Fan Channel, which offers 2023 Olympia press coverage, EXPO coverage, and the stream of the 2023 Meet the Olympians event. For those who don’t want to shell out for the PPV, stay tuned to BarBend for callout reports, division results, and any breaking news.
About the Mr. Olympia
In the sport of bodybuilding, no title is more prestigious (or offers a greater monetary prize) than the Olympia. The best competitors in the world train year-round for the opportunity to step on stage in hopes of cementing themselves as the greatest in their respective divisions.
The Mr. Olympia, which features Men’s Open competitors, is considered the main event. This year, Hadi Choopan, “The Persian Wolf,” is fighting for his second title. His biggest hurdle will be last year’s runner-up and former 212 Olympia champion, Derek Lunsford. Lunsford moved up to the Men’s Open class in spectacular fashion, displaying massive muscle bellies and sharp conditioning. Going into this year’s Olympia, he is the top contender.
Compared to the 2022 Olympia, this year’s line-up isn’t as competitive, though it still features some elite competitors. The 2019 Mr. O Brandon Curry is stepping back on stage, as is Nick Walker, who placed third in last year’s line-up and is also an Arnold Classic champion.
Every Mr. Olympia Winner
- Larry Scott: 1965-66
- Sergio Oliva: 1967-69
- Arnold Schwarzenegger: 1970-75, 1980
- Franco Columbu: 1976, 1981
- Frank Zane: 1977-79
- Chris Dickerson: 1982
- Samir Bannout: 1983
- Lee Haney: 1984-91
- Dorian Yates: 1992-1997
- Ronnie Coleman: 1998-2005
- Jay Cutler: 2006-07, 2009-10
- Dexter Jackson: 2008
- Phil Heath: 2011-17
- Shawn Rhoden: 2018
- Brandon Curry: 2019
- Mamdouh Elssbiay: 2020-21
- Hadi Choopan: 2022
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