All of your winners of the Classic Physique division at Mr. Olympia.
Mr. Olympia is that event fans and competitors look forward to every year. This bodybuilding event is the premiere example of physical specimens, a real test of who has worked the hardest all year to build, sculpt, and tone their physiques into shredded beings. Athletes from all around flock to this event to walk amongst the best in order to hoist that Olympia trophy high.
While most people always hear of the overall Men’s Open winner, there are plenty of other events that occur with plenty of competitors seeking the top prize. The Classic Physique division is one of them. This event may not see as many athletes competing as the Men’s Open, but these bodybuilders work tirelessly to see those results they want most.
Below is a list of winners for the Classic Physique division at Mr. Olympia. What you will find is a short list with repeat winners given that these athletes put everything they have into making this event as great as possible.
Classic Physique Olympia Winners
- Danny Hester – 2016
- Breon Ansley – 2017 & 2018
- Chris Bumstead – 2019, 2020 & 2021
Danny Hester – 2016
Danny Hester was the inaugural winner of the Classic Physique division at Mr. Olympia setting the precedent for future winners to follow. His desire for bodybuilding came as a passion for individual sports and from there, it grew into something he loved, crafting and sculpting his physique. Winning a number of competitions and kicking things off for the Classic Physique division made him a real force in the bodybuilding community and his passion for the sport still remains strong.
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Breon Ansley – 2017 & 2018
Breon Ansley is next in line and took the next two titles for the Classic Physique division. Always athletic growing up, this pro bodybuilder actually had a football scholarship to Iowa State as a defensive end, but as many have experienced, an injury forced him to stop. Through this, however, he found bodybuilding and began competing , finishing highly and establishing himself in the bodybuilding community. His two back to back wins cemented for him that he was capable of competing with the best.
Chris Bumstead – 2019, 2020 & 2021
Chris Bumstead seems to be unstoppable at the moment, given that he has won the last three titles in the Classic Physique category at Mr. Olympia. Weightlifting at a young age, it is no surprise that he loves bodybuilding and is willing to do what it takes to see serious gains. Plus, with guidance from pro bodybuilder, Iain Valliere, he has the best advice at his disposal. Since earning his pro card at age 21, Bumstead has continued to impress and is certainly one to keep an eye out for moving forward. After a couple of runner-up finishes to Breon Ansley, he has since taken the throne and is looking to continue his dominance in years to come.
Classic Physique Division
In 2016, Mr. Olympia expanded to include the Classic Physique division. Following certain rules and regulations is what separates this out from other events at Mr. Olympia, but expanding allowed for more competitors to want to compete given that a better opportunity to win was possible. Plus, it only brings more attention on the sport which is always a good thing.
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2022 Mr. Olympia
The 2022 Mr. Olympia contest will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada from December 15-18 in what will be an exciting event. As fan favorites and some new up and comers seek to be the best, it will surely be an exciting event to watch and look out for come this winter.
Wrap Up
Mr. Olympia is a great event full of amazing bodybuilding action but what you will find is that these competitors are always looking to be the best. The Classic Physique division is a great category that has seen repeat winners but lends itself to the hard work of these three competitors thus far. Who knows where this event will go in the future or if one of these winners so far will continue to be dominant for years to come.
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*Images courtesy of Danny Hester Instagram, Breon Ansley Instagram, and Chris Bumstead Instagram