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2021 Olympia Qualified Athletes
2021 OLYMPIA QUALIFIED COMPETITOR LIST
We are pleased to present the 2021 Olympia Qualified Competitor List For Every Division.
Please Note this is a list of athletes who qualified to compete in the 2021 Olympia. It IS NOT the final competitor list.
Once we have the Final Competitor List we will post it at that time.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 255 IFBB PROFESSIONAL LEAGUE ATHLETES THAT QUALIFIED!
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MR. OLYMPIA (19)
William Bonac (Netherlands)Hadi Choopan (Iran)Brandon Curry (USA)Nathan De Asha (UK)Mamdouh Elssbiay (Egypt)Regan Grimes (Canada)Phil Heath (USA)James Hollingshead (UK)Hunter Labrada (USA)Patrick Moore (USA)Hassan Mostafa (Egypt)Andrea Presti (Italy)Justin Rodriguez (USA)Mohamed Shaaban (Egypt)Vladyslav Sukhoruchko (Ukraine)Iain Valliere (Canada)Nicholas Walker (USA)Akim Williams (USA)Roelly Winklaar (Curacao)
212 OLYMPIA (20)
Noel Adame (USA)Ahmad Ashkanani (Kuwait)Kerrith Bajjo (USA)Steve Benthin (Germany)Piotr Borecki (Poland)Tonio Burton (USA)Shaun Clarida (USA)Lucas Coelho (Brazil)Pasquale D’Angelo (Italy)Kamal Elgargni (Libya)Ahmed ElWardany (Egypt)Nathan Epler (USA)Angel Calderon Frias (Spain)Vladimir Iacovlev (Moldova)John Jewett (USA)Junho Kim (South Korea)Derek Lunsford (USA)Naser Mohammad (Kuwait)Keone Pearson (USA)George Peterson (USA)
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE OLYMPIA (30)
Zeek Andrews (USA)Breon Ansley (USA)Jose Maria Mete Bueriberi (Spain)Chris Bumstead (Canada)Alex Cambronero (Costa Rica)Tommy Clark (USA)Neil Currey (UK)Sabur Favors (USA)Bryan Jones (USA)Urs Kalecinski (Germany)George Kawalawu (USA)Seonghwan Kim (South Korea)Brady King (USA)Laszlo Kiraly (Hungary)Gabriel Zancanelli Machado (Brazil)Fabian Mayr (Austria)Peter Molnar (Hungary)Courage Opara (USA)German Pastor (Spain)Ramon Rocha Querioz (Brazil)Terrence Ruffin (USA)Abtin Shekarabi (USA)Mike Sommerfeld (Germany)Tony Taveras (USA)Robert Timms (USA)Darwin Andres Uribe (Colombia)Wesley Vissers (Netherlands)Divine Wilson (USA)In Seong You (South Korea)Dani Younan (USA)
MEN’S PHYSIQUE OLYMPIA (35)
Daniel Ammons (USA)Erin Banks (USA)Luca Biolo (Italy)George Brown (USA)Rodrigue Chesnier (France)Bong Seok Choi (South Korea)Riccardo Croci (Italy)Carlos DeOliveira (Brazil)Youcef Djoudi (France)Ismael Dominguez (Mexico)Raymont Edmonds (USA)Andre Ferguson (USA)Felipe Franco (Brazil)Charjo Grant (USA)Brandon Hendrickson (USA)Kyron Holden (USA)Jason Huynh (USA)Nick Koeu (USA)Joseph Lee (USA)Jun Ho Lee (South Korea)Andrei Marius Lincan (Romania)Antoine McNeill (USA)Clarence McSpadden, Jr (USA)Diogo Montenegro (Brazil)Corey Morris (USA)Jahvair Mullings (USA)Abisai Pietersz (Netherlands)Khali Quartey (USA)Ramses Rams (Spain)Arya Saffaie (USA)John Sarmiento (USA)Suraqah Shabazz (USA)Micah Thomas, Jr (USA)Leonardo Vecchiato (Italy)Yukihiro Yuasa (Japan)
MS. OLYMPIA (19)
Irene Andersen (Sweden)MayLa Ash (USA)Michaela Aycock (USA)Reshanna Boswell (USA)Nadia Capostosto (Italy)Leah Dennie (USA)Stephanie Flesher (USA)Monique Jones (USA)Janeen Lankowski (USA)Anastasia Leonova (Russia)Margie Martin (USA)Silvia Matta (Italy)LaDawn McDay (USA)Sheena Ohlig (USA)Mona Poursaleh (Canada)Virginia Sanchez (Spain)Andrea Shaw (USA)Helle Trevino (USA)Margita Zamolova (Czech Republic)
FITNESS OLYMPIA (14)
Jaclyn Baker (USA)Darrian Borella (USA)Kate Errington (UK)Debbie Fowler (USA)Oksana Grishina (Russia)Whitney Jones (USA)Ariel Khadr (USA)Sara Kovach (USA)Minna Pajulahti (Finland)Alix Small (UK)Missy Truscott (USA)Aurika Tyrgale (USA)Tamara Vahn (Canada)Derina Wilson (USA)
FIGURE OLYMPIA (23)
Bahar Ayra (Germany)Anna Banks (Poland)Heather Dees (USA)Maria Luisa Baeza Diaz (USA)Wendy Fortino (USA)Rhea Gayle (UK)Stephanie Gibson (USA)Cydney Gillon (USA)Nicole Zenobia Graham (USA)Sandra Grajales (Mexico)Julia Heerenveen (Netherlands)An Da Jeong (South Korea)Lola Montez (Canada)Jessica Reyes Padilla (Puerto Rico)Michele Silva Pinto (Brazil)Larhannah Robinson (USA)Shelace Shoemaker (USA)Natalia Soltero (Mexico)Carly Starling-Horrell (USA)Bojana Vasiljevic (USA)Julia Waring (USA)Latorya Watts (USA)Nadia Wyatt (USA)
BIKINI OLYMPIA (39)
Vania Auguste (USA)Ariel Barley (USA)Romina Basualdo (USA)Maureen Blanquisco (USA)Kristina Brunauer (Austria)Melissa Carver (Australia)Lauralie Chapados (USA)Sara Choi (South Korea)Carolina Collazos (USA)Lauren Dannenmiller (USA)Jennifer Dorie (Canada)Alessia Facchin (Italy)Eli Fernandez (Mexico)Ivanna Escandar Fernandez (Spain)Jasmine Gonzalez (USA)Stine Hansen (Denmark)Reijuana Harley (USA)Daraja Hill (USA)Adrianna Kaczmarek (Poland)Ashley Kaltwasser (USA)Janet Layug (USA)Jourdanne Lee (USA)Maria Julia Lemos (Brazil)Ashlyn Little (USA)Chen Qi Liu (China)Noora Mahonen (Finland)Lucia Malavaze (USA)Jimi Marley (USA)Gabrielle Messias (USA)Jibin Park (South Korea)Elisa Pecini (Brazil)Emily Plajer (USA)Jennifer Ronzitti (USA)Erin Stern (USA)Francesca Stoico (Italy)Sierra Swann (USA)Angelica Teixeira (USA)Allison Testu (France)Jessica Wilson (USA)
WOMEN’S PHYSIQUE OLYMPIA (24)
Elizabeth Bradshaw (USA)Daniely Castilho (Brazil)Tanya Chartrand (Canada)Laura Pintado Chinchilla (Spain)Natalia Abraham Coelho (USA)Lenka Ferencukova (Czech Republic)Patricia Gosselin (Canada)Shanique Grant (USA)Ana Harias (USA)Ashley Jones (USA)Alyssa Kiessling (USA)Barbara Menage (France)Anne-Lorraine Mohn (France)Bork Im Park (South Korea)Ivie Rhein (USA)Caroline Alves Dos Santos (Brazil)Emily Renee Schubert (USA)Melissa Teich (USA)Carli Terepka (USA)Penpraghai Tiangngok (Thailand)Sarah Villegas (USA)Brooke Walker (USA)Christelle Zarovska (Sint Maarten)Elisama Manuel Benta Zorzetta (Brazil)
WELLNESS OLYMPIA (24)
Sunny Andrews (USA)Yarishna Ayala (USA)Angela Borges (Brazil)Devyn Cambre (USA)Barbara Emanuele Cesar (USA)Julia Chitarra (Brazil)Casey Delong (USA)Juliana Mota Esteso (France)Kassandra Gillis (Canada)Renee Harshey (USA)Renee Jewett (USA)Giselle Machado (Brazil)Charline Mas (France)Francielle Mattos (Brazil)Lisa Christin Meiswinkel (Germany)Mallory Myers (USA)Isabelle Nunes (Brazil)Maria Paulette (Spain)Lorena Ragusa (USA)Amanda Rezende (Brazil)Susana Rodriguez (Brazil)Isamara dos Santos (Brazil)Bruna Seredich (USA)Tatiany Valliant (Brazil)
WHEELCHAIR OLYMPIA (8)
Gabriele Andriulli (Italy)Bradley Betts (USA)Tyler Brey (USA)Adelfo Cerame, Jr (USA)Harold Kelley (USA)Antoni Khadraoui (Algeria)Chad McCrary (USA)Johnny Quinn (USA)
Ryan Terry Answers: Is Men’s Physique Muscle Mass Getting Too Big?
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Ryan Terry reflects on the evolution of Men’s Physique since its inception and whether or not athletes are becoming too big.
Ryan Terry is a Men’s Physique competitor who has been competing for quite some time. So he’s been able to witness the evolution of physiques within the division throughout the past decade. If you were to look at Men’s Physique in 2013 and compare it today – the muscle mass on the athletes has grown significantly. It almost looks like a different division. In our latest GI Exclusive interview, Ryan Terry weighs in on whether or not Men’s Physique muscle mass has gotten too big.
Whenever a new division is added into pro bodybuilding, there is a transition stage as the athletes and judges determine what the “perfect champion” looks like for the category. During this time, the sport evolves, the physiques change, and eventually the division settles into its own very unique look. During our recent interview with Ryan Terry, we asked him to look back at the inception of Men’s Physique and compare it to how physiques look today.
Ryan Terry admitted that the physiques are much larger than they used to be. He attributes this to athletes trying to continually push the envelope and one up each other. With each year, athletes will try to improve. How do they do that? By becoming more conditioned and building more mass to get a slight edge. It’s small – but over many years it slowly changed the division.
Ryan Terry actually thinks that the size has become so much larger – that it would be possible for a Classic Physique competitor to drop down into Men’s Physique if they don’t meet the height to weight requirements in Classic. This might not have happened, Terry admits, but the fact that it may be possible is worrying to him for the Men’s Physique division. Where is the line drawn? How much bigger will these athletes get?
Ultimately, Ryan Terry doesn’t have an answer. But he’s keenly aware of what is taking place and constantly trying to reevaluate his physique for success. He doesn’t want to become too large – but he wants to win. This is part of his challenge when going up against athletes like the current Olympia champion Brandon Hendrickson. Terry and Hendrickson’s physique are very structurally different. This poses a challenge for Terry – but he’s not worried. He keeps his eye on how the division is changing, how Hendrickson is changing, and is putting in steps to upgrade and become a champion himself.
You can watch Ryan Terry go into full detail about the growth of Men’s Physique and his tactic for taking on Brandon Hendrickson in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!
Former Mr. India Manoj Patil Attempted Suicide, Mentioned Harassment By Sahil Khan In Letter
Manoj Patil is in stable condition after attempting to take his own life.
Former Mr. India and professional bodybuilder Manoj Patil attempted to take his own life on Wednesday in his Mumbai residence. Patil consumed a large amount of pills and was rushed to Cooper Hospital. His manager says the incident took place around 12:30 am.
Patil previously filed a complaint against actor Sahil Khan after alleging he was being harassed. Khan was also mentioned in Patil’s suicide note. Patil is in stable condition after consuming sleeping pills.
Manoj Patil and Sahil Khan have had a recent feud over social media. Both sides have posted about the other in recent days. Patil posted a video four days ago where he is calling Khan fake and it was followed up yesterday day by a mockery video made by Khan.
Patil has earned his Pro Card in IFBB and has represented India on stage at many international competitions. Patil has competed in the Mr. Olympia amateur four times, Mr. Asia once, and the Sheru Classic — where he was the Men’s Physique winner in 2019. This is where Patil was able to earn his Pro card.
Sahil Khan held a press conference on Thursday to address the issue and said that the main problem is not between himself and Patil.
“No one wants to talk about the real issue, but everyone is reporting that a person committed suicide because of Sahil Khan,” Khan said.
“First of all, committing suicide is a crime in India. Manoj should understand that. Raj has transaction receipts of Rs 2 lakhs with Manoj’s name mentioned on it and not mine. If I come and sell drugs outside your house and if you put that up on social media, would I be able to say that you are bullying me?”
Khan continued by saying that the feud was between Patil and Raj Faujdar. He does not have an issue with Manoj Patil.
“Nothing like that,” Khan said. “Manoj used to work for our company as an influencer. So there is nothing personal against him. Why was there no mention in Manoj’s suicide note that ‘Raj Faujdar contacted Sahil Khan and the actor shared his story on social media and that is the reason I’m doing this’.”
“Our lawyers are working on the situation now and we will file a complaint. This is a big racket, the FDI might also be involved in this. Those who are manufacturing fake supplements should be punished. And if I have committed a crime, then I should get punished too.”
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Lionel Beyeke is Out of The 2021 Arnold Classic
Lionel Beyeke to miss the Arnold Classic.
It appears that too bodybuilding competitor Lionel Beyeke is out of the 2021 Arnold Classic. The veteran bodybuilder broke the news on his social media account and the reasoning is quite frustrating.
Just when we lose one top flight competitor, another is knocked out of the biggest shows of the year. It appears that Lionel Beyeke will have to wait for his chance to step on stage once again. After being out of competition for some time now, Beyeke hoped to return at the 2021 Arnold Classic. But it appears that the bodybuilder will be barred from competing at the show just a couple of weeks out.
Out of the Arnold Classic
Lionel Beyeke revealed on his social media that he’ll be unable to compete due to the global health issue. While Beyeke did not contract the virus, the sickness is still to cause for his inability to compete. Being a French citizen it appears that Beyeke can’t gain access to travel to the US in time for the show. No doubt there are a number of hurdles in the way and Beyeke hasn’t enough time to clear them.
Lionel Beyeke took to social media to explain why he won’t be able to compete at this year’s show.
“From The Desk of Lionel please read below.
“I want to thank all of you, my supporters, followers and fans for all the encouragement. It is truly priceless.
“I had planned to make 2021 a special year because of all the difficulties brought on by the pandemic. I prepared for competitions and even changed my coaching team and strategies to be in the best shape of my life.
“My good friend and brother @georgefarah_guru is still the main man for my technology and I acknowledge his significant contribution thank you brother ??.
“Unfortunately, the scourge of the virus has prevented French citizens from gaining entry into the US in time for me to compete and achieve my objectives. One of these objectives that I have not been able to fulfill is to be able to participate in the Arnold Classic 2021 this year. This is a regret that I must put behind me as I continue to work hard to be even better for the upcoming competitions which I hope to be be able to attend.”
This is truly an upsetting turn of events. Right when you think the situation is calming something like this gives a healthy reminder that we’re not quite out of the woods yet.
What do you think of Lionel Beyeke missing the Arnold Classic?
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Victor Martinez Answers: Why He Left MHP And Started SuperHero Labz
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Victor Martinez opens up about staying off the competitive stage and focusing on his new supplement company SuperHero Labz.
Earlier in August 2021, Victor Martinez announced that he was leaving supplement company MHP after a long tenure as a sponsored athlete. The reason was to start his own supplement company – SuperHero Labz. We had a chance to reconnect with Martinez via video chat to go into detail about why he made this big change and what to expect from his new business endeavor. In our GI Exclusive interview, Victor Martinez explains why he left MHP and the mission statement for SuperHero Labz in an already oversaturated supplement market.
Victor Martinez had been a sponsored athlete for supplement company MHP for quite some time. So it came as a shock in the industry when it was announced he was leaving the company to start his own supplement business. His new company, SuperHero Labz, combines his love of superheroes (which inspired him to become a bodybuilder) with his fitness experience to make a series of quality products. We reconnected with Martinez to discuss what sparked such a sudden change and how he plans to overcome the oversaturated supplement industry.
Victor Martinez starts off by explaining he has no ill will towards MHP. He respects and appreciates his entire time working with them – but he felt now was the correct time to become the leader of his own business. The decision initially sprang from getting a pay decrease via MHP. Again, he does not hold this against them. In fact, he claims almost any other company would have completely dropped him. But due to loyalty they kept him on board.
Victor Martinez also doesn’t plan to compete in pro bodybuilding again anytime soon. This is largely due to being a father and wanting to dedicate time to his family. He points out that pro bodybuilding isn’t like other pro sports where you get paid for simply being on the team. You only get paid if you win – and he doesn’t feel prepared to fully focus on that while dedicating time to his family.
It was at this moment the stars aligned. He had been speaking with potential business partners on starting a supplement company. He pulled the trigger and SuperHero Labz was born. The artwork showcases the pop imagery of old school superhero comics. But Martinez wanted to ensure he wasn’t just showing fictional superhero characters on the bottles. Instead, he wanted to focus on the real world superheroes – hard working mothers, fathers, businessmen, fire fighters – and many other hard working individuals.
Victor Martinez points out that supplements are to help improve the body, make it stronger, and achieve goals. That’s the kind of superhero logic he’s infusing into the brand. Those whose who want to work hard, make a difference, and support families. SuperHero Labz supplements aim to help with those kind of goals through their products.
Even though Victor Martinez may not plan to compete anytime soon, you may notice his physique is still large and impressive. That’s because he wants to make sure that his products via SuperHero Labz are the right quality. He maintains his physique and uses the products he helps develop to ensure they are the best for bodybuilders and fitness athletes.
You can watch Victor Martinez go into more detail about his plan for supplement rollouts, how he aims to make them the best products on the market, and more in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above.
You can also check out SuperHero Labz at their official website right here.
Jake Paul Calls Out Dana White And Sends Offer To Fight Jorge Masvidal
Jake Paul is at it again attempting to plan his next fight.
Not long after Jake Paul defeated Tyron Woodley by decision, the YouTube star turned boxer is planning his next fight — and he called out UFC president Dana White to send him an offer.
Paul does not have his sights set on Anderson Silva, instead he wants to make a fight with Jorge Masvidal happen next. Paul is a huge social media presence and took to Twitter to send out the initial request.
. @danawhite why you so scared to get embarrassed? pic.twitter.com/xehnZaDva4
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) September 15, 2021
Jake Paul moved to 4-0 with his victory over Woodley. Other wins include the likes of NBA player Nate Robinson and UFC fighter Ben Askren. It seems as though Paul is interested in taking his competition up a notch and even gave White a little wager to think over.
“If we win, you let any of your fighters fight me going forward. If we lose, I leave you and your exploitive business alone. Dana … Dana … Dana…?”
This is not the first time Paul has called out someone from the UFC and it is likely not the last — especially if White does not respond. Paul has openly criticized the boxing ability of MMA fighters and wants to expose them on the biggest stage.
Jake Paul was not only vocal on Twitter, he posted a video on his Most Valuable Promotions Instagram page with another message.
Paul offered another fight between Amanda Serrano and Amanda Nunes as well. Serrano was part of the main card when Paul took on Woodley. She defeated Yamileth Mercado by unanimous decision. Now, Paul is suggesting that she take on Nunes, who has a history with him. Nunes jokingly offered to fight Paul when he was trying to book a bout with Conor McGregor.
Jake Paul has not booked his next fight just yet but he is certainly aggressive in attempts. He has even mentioned that he could be back in the ring before the end of 2021. We will have to wait and see if White approves his request. It seems unlikely, especially after White offered Silva, but we have seen that anything is possible.
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John Haack Sets New Raw PR With Huge 350kg Squat
John Haack is continuing to put up eye-opening numbers during training sessions.
John Haack has been putting up some huge numbers in recent training sessions. He is preparing for the 2021 World Raw Powerlifting Federation Showdown, which will take place on Sept. 25-26 in Kansas City, and doing it in a big way.
Haack will be one of the biggest names competing in the 90kg division and by the looks of his Instagram page, he will be a huge force. On Saturday, Haack shared a video of a 350kg (771.6) raw squat — which was a new personal record.
“350kgs/771lbs feeling comfyCouldn’t rock the headband and not hit a PB. Last heavy squat before showdown moving juuuuuiiiiicccccyyyyy”
By the looks of this lift, it looks as though Haack might have had a little left in the tank. This is a good sign heading into competition. Haack mentioned that this was the final heavy squat before the event — and that he had to do something special with the headband he had one.
Other than that headband, Haack had just a lifting belt and wrist straps on as support. There was even a lack of knee sleeves. This 350kg squat would be the third-heaviest ever done in competition at the 90kg division. Haack did not share his bodyweight at the time of the list but less than two weeks out, he has to be close to competition weight.
John Haack currently holds the world record bench press of 262.5 kilograms (578.7lb) at the 90kg division. He also holds the second heaviest deadlift ever of 385 kilograms (848.9 pounds). This record is held by Calier Woolam at 400kg (881.9lb). To add some more achievements, Haack is also second to current world record total of 970 kilograms (2,138.9lb).
Haack failed on two attempts of a 400kg deadlift at the 2021 Kern US Open. If he had converted either of the two lifts, he would not only have tied the world record, but he would have become the first 90kg competitor to ever total 1,000kg (2,204.6lb).
It looks like Haack will have both numbers on his mind heading into competition. At the end of August, he achieved a new PR with a 405kg deadlift. There is no doubt that there are two world records on Haack’s mind just 10 days out of his next event.
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50 Cent Trolls Shirtless Picture Of Vin Diesel On A Yacht
50 Cent did not hold back on Vin Diesel after a picture went viral.
50 Cent is a huge figure in the rap game and has worked as an actor and television producer. Well, the former G-Unit member made light of a viral picture of Vin Diesel recently.
On his Instagram page for his 26.8 million followers to see, 50 Cent posted a picture of a tweet from Page Six with Vin Diesel on a yacht in Italy. The rapper made a quick jab at the current physique of the movie star.
“?Vin must a just said fuck it i’m Vin, not Diesel. They gonna still watch the movie. LOL #bransoncognac#lecheminduroi”
When 50 Cent said that people will watch Vin Diesel’s movies regardless, he was not kidding. He is one of the highest grossing actors of all-time with $4.59 billion in the box office. Vin Diesel is best known for his roles in the Fast & Furious movies along with Guardians of the Galaxy.
Most recently, Fast 9 debuted with $70 million in the US and over $400 million world wide on the way to shattering box office records in the pandemic era. To say that Vin Diesel’s movies are popular are an understatement.
The 54-year-old actor has been known for his action style on the screen and his incredible physique. This is what 50 Cent is referring to in his recent Instagram post.
50 Cent is one of the best rappers from the early 2000’s. He has totaled 13 Billboard Music Awards and 16 Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Awards. This is to go with one Grammy. In 2010, 50 Cent won a Grammy for Best Rap Performance By A Duo Or Group, along with Eminem and Dr. Dre for “Crack A Bottle.” He has been nominated for 14 Grammy awards but ran into the likes of Eminem and Kanye West on many occasions.
Like many rappers, 50 Cent has ventured into the television and business world. It is clear that he keeps up with recent culture and tries to stay in shape as well. It will be interesting to see if Vin Diesel responds — or if he is too busy making money, breaking records, and traveling the world.
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Patrick Moore Talks Boxing Past, Thinks Today’s Super Fights Are A Joke
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Patrick Moore thinks that boxing is in a great decline – and saw it coming over a decade ago.
Patrick Moore is a pro bodybuilder that is starting to make major waves in the industry this year. Ever since his win at the California Pro 2021, his progress has been a highlight as he continues to post photos and video of his impressive physique. But before dedicating his life to bodybuilding – Moore competed as a boxer. In our recent video conversation, before we were able to dive into his bodybuilding career – we took a detour recapping his boxing past and his thoughts on fights today. In our latest GI Exclusive, Patrick Moore details how he believes recent influencer “super fights” are the end result of over a decade of decline for the sport.
Patrick Moore has a somewhat unconventional path towards becoming the powerhouse pro bodybuilder we know today. He started off as a boxer – and was truly passionate about the sport. But he noticed that boxing as a whole was starting to decline. Ever since Evander Holyfield’s exit nearly a decade ago, Moore saw the sport he love start falling into a void. In fact, he believes the recent super fights, such as McGregor vs Mayweather or Paul vs Belfort, are “jokes” and the end result of a sport that lost it’s way.
It’s due to this, in part, that Patrick Moore became a bodybuilder. He always loved the gym and was lucky enough for someone to suggest he start training other body parts. This eventually led to competitive bodybuilding. He thought it would be easy – but upon getting smoked at the NPC Nationals (18th place), he realized he had a lot more work to do. It became his passion, he went pro, and now he’s starting to truly turn heads with his impressive physique.
We’ll get into more detail about Patrick Moore’s bodybuilding career, success, and future in future segments from our video conversation. For now, we took a quick detour to discuss in more detail his criticism of boxing today. Moore claims in our interview that he believes these influencer superstar boxing matches are rigged. He can tell simply by the way boxers like Mayweather behave while facing off against someone like McGregor. Despite being retired – Moore believes they are deliberately ignoring decades of training and tactics. Why? Because they are in it for the money.
“It’s money. And I get it man. No fighter wants to fight for less than what they feel like they’re worth,” Patrick Moore states in our interview. He continues:
“And they just have to – someone somewhere have to take a loss both on their record and maybe even financially… If a fighter is used to 10 million a fight and maybe they fight the best of the best and it’s for eight million. Well maybe they just need to take the eight to give the sport what it needs. I mean, we want to see the best of the best go at it, not ‘Okay well this guy has a lot of height so we’ll out him against this guy.’ No man, let the good guys go at it.”
Patrick Moore pulls from his personal experience as a boxer himself. He knows what it’s like when a truly top class boxer goes all out against another equally talented competitor. In his opinion, what he’s seeing in a fight like Jake Paul vs Tyron Woodley, is not reflective of what Woodley is capable of. He doesn’t believe that fight could have possibly gone all the way – unless Woodley was holding back.
Patrick Moore tries to bridge his actual experience with boxing and his passion for the sport into a credible criticism of the flaws in current boxing. Yet it can’t be ignored that these fights do bring in record numbers of viewers and revenue. Perhaps boxing has changed and declined in Moore’s eyes. But to new younger fans of the sport – maybe this change is the beginning of a new version of boxing. One that they will hold dear.
In either case, you can watch Patrick Moore go into detail about his boxing past, his thoughts on modern boxing, and more in our latest GI Exclusive interview segment above!
Pro Figure Athlete Melissa Bumstead Accused & Arrested For Receiving Steroids In Mail
Melissa Bumstead was arrested on Friday.
Melissa Bumstead, professional bodybuilder and social media influencer, was arrested on Friday after being linked to a package from Canada containing multiple anabolic steroid medications, according to TC Palm.
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office investigators listed Bumstead as an “importer” of the drugs being shipped from Montreal, Quebec. She was arrested on six felony counts of possession of controlled substance without a prescription.
A package being delivered to Bumstead was flagged on Sept. 1 and received an extensive exam by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol officials. This is where the investigation began. This package contained steroids and prescription medications. On Sept. 8, a Homeland Security Investigations agent contacted the sheriff’s office when another package was being delivered to Bumstead. This one contained testosterone propionate, drostanolone propionate, and oxandrolone.
The package was delivered to the 5400 block of Southwest Landing Creek Drive in Palm City by a detective. After opening the package, a powder was left on Bumstead’s hands as evidence that she did, indeed, open the tracked shipment.
The home address where the package was sent was linked to an LLC of Bumstead’s brother, Chris Bumstead. Chris, of course, is the current and two time Classic Physique Olympia champion. It is unclear if any charges will be pressed against him at this time. Melissa Bumstead was released from Martin County Jail on Sept. 11.
Bumstead has been in Florida with her brother, Chris, preparing for the 2021 Olympia, which is set to take place on Oct. 7-10 in Orlando.
This story is still developing and Generation Iron will provide updates as more information becomes available. For more news and updates, follow Generation Iron on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.