“Hadi Should Win”: Bodybuilding World Chooses Their Champion Ahead of Arnold Classic Finals

Mar 2, 2024 | 8:38 PM EST

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The Arnold Classic 2024 has set the stage ablaze, with the spotlight now squarely on the Open Division. The battle is fierce between the reigning champion, Samson Dauda, and the former Mr. Olympia, Hadi Choopan. As the competition reaches its zenith, fans are fervently picking sides, eager to see Choopan hold the trophy of Arnold Classic in his debut show.

The journey to this moment has been nothing short of spectacular. The Classic Physique category already crowned a new champion, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats. Now, the anticipation is palpable with the Open Division taking center stage. All eyes are on Dauda and Choopan, and the question on everyone’s lips is, who will seize the coveted Arnold Classic 2024 title?

The battle between the best: Samson Dauda and Hadi Choopan

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Bis and Tris, a bodybuilding dedicated page, shared a glimpse of the intense showdown, capturing the essence of the battle between the defending champion and the debutant challenger. The images of their pose-off reveal a battle of aesthetics and conditioning that has the entire bodybuilding community buzzing.

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In the eyes of many, Choopan seems to have gained the upper hand. Commentators at the event noted Choopan’s exceptional conditioning, placing him ahead in the eyes of the fans. The consensus is that while Dauda showcased remarkable muscle gain in a short span, Choopan’s conditioning stood out as unparalleled.

The official page decided to turn the heat up, initiating a poll that ignited the passions of fans worldwide. The question echoed across social media platforms: “Who’s going to win the 2024 Arnold Classic title? POLL.” Fans eagerly poured in their opinions, and a clear favorite emerged – the Persian wolf, Hadi Choopan.

Choopan is destroying Dauda claimed fans

Comment sections were flooded with declarations of support for Choopan. Fans couldn’t contain their enthusiasm as they rallied behind their chosen champion. One fan emphasized the desire for a fair judgment, stating, “If politics don’t play a roll (and I’m not talking about nationality) Hadi should win,” The sentiment was echoed repeatedly, emphasizing the fans’ belief in Choopan’s rightful claim to the title.

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The engaging banter continued, with fans dissecting every aspect of the competition. “Yeah, Hadi wins easy,” “Hadi is just too damn shredded,” “Samson came with a distended-looking gut during transitions, Hadi was on 100% sharp, full, and amazing midsection.” The discussions were as diverse as the fans themselves. Hadi’s supporters were adamant, “Hadi brought it big-time,” “This may be the best Hadi ever.” “Hadi is absolutely destroying Samson.” And “I’m mad cuz we all said Hadi for the O and he got robbed. I like Derek but Hadi should have won.” Amid the fervor, some fans admitted the challenge of choosing between the two phenomenal athletes. One fan confessed, “As much as I want Samson to win, I think Hadi is going to win.” Who do you think would win the show?

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