The Classic Physique division is getting more competitive each year, with bodybuilders in the category pushing their limits to ensure their presence. Now, a French bodybuilder, Stephane Matala, is making waves on the internet with his crazy physique updates.
Bodybuilding-focused Instagram page “bisandtris” recently posted a carousel of images from Matala’s latest physique update. Matala will be competing for his qualification to the sixtieth Mr. Olympia. The battle to earn the qualification might not be easy, but the IFBB Pro is in high spirits. Let’s see how his physique has shaped up in recent times.
Matala is five weeks out of his upcoming show
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The French bodybuilder will be competing in the Big Evolution Pro, which is just five weeks out. Last year, Matala was the runner-up at the event, and this year, he will be aiming to lift the crown and secure Olympia qualification. Matala gave clear indications through his caption, mentioning his coach and writing, “5 week ! @mrbigevolution @ifbbproportugal let’s go @ptuor.“
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In the first image, Mr. Unchained did the most muscular pose, and the striations on his chest showcased major gains. The muscle definition and conditioning on his abs were also on the next level. The bodybuilder’s shoulders were round and filled. It wasn’t just his upper body that was praiseworthy.
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Matala’s quads were fully developed, complementing the immense gains he had made. He also flexed the crazy definitions on his gigantic back. Witnessing such an impressive physique, fans went wild in the comments and compared him to a seven-time Mr. Olympia as well.
Fans find a glimpse of Kevin Levrone in the French bodybuilder
Matala has posted a physique update after quite some time. A fan found this news “exciting” and was eagerly waiting for him to come to the competitive stage. Taking a look at Matala’s massive physique, fans suggested that he should change his division. One user wrote, “Should switch to open.” Some even compared the French bodybuilder to the legends of the open division.
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An admirer of the French bodybuilder mentioned that Matala has the “Craziest triceps I’ve seen probably up there with Kevin and Phil.” While one was awe-struck by the alien gains on the bodybuilder’s chest and called them “CRAZYYYYY.” One bodybuilding enthusiast also compared him to the Classic Physique’s runner-up, Ramon Dino. They wrote, “Similar shape and proportions to Dino.“
Mr. Unchained seems to be in pretty good shape and has improved his muscle definition and conditioning. This year, he might win his ticket to the Mr. Olympia and compete against the elite bodybuilders. What do you think will happen when he fights it out against CBum, Ramon Dino, and Wesley Vissers? Let us know in the comments.