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IFBB Pro League’s Vice President, Tyler Manion, rattled the bodybuilding community with a thrilling announcement regarding a significant boost in prize money for the Men’s Open Category.

Manion took to social media to share the update, revealing Uprising, powered by MIT 45, as the new corporate sponsor for the IFBB Pro Open Men’s Bodybuilding Division. This sponsorship’s impact is noteworthy, as it translates to a significant boost in prize money for every men’s open show.

More money flowing in as Tyler Manion makes an important announcement

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In an Instagram shared by Bis and Tris,  the vice president couldn’t contain his enthusiasm as he declared, “I’m here with some extremely exciting news.” And the announcement would boost every Open Division athlete’s thrill. “We would love to welcome Uprising, powered by MIT 45, as our new corporate sponsor of the IFPB Pro Open men’s bodybuilding division. Now, what makes this even more exciting is that because of this sponsor, the minimum prize money for every men’s open show is going to be raised $10,000,” stated Manion.

 

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With Uprising on board, the minimum prize for each men’s open show will be a remarkable increase of $10,000. This move is set to affect 21 men’s open bodybuilding shows, injecting a whopping $210,000 into the prize money for these events. Manion shared the details of the new prize changes. The prize distribution among the top contenders will see a hike from $10,000 to an impressive $15,000. Additionally, the second-place winner will now receive $9,000 instead of the previous $4,000.

The significant rise in prize money makes these competitions even more exciting for the top-placing athletes. The benefactor behind this generous injection of funds is Uprising, powered by MIT 45, a name that will undoubtedly become synonymous with supporting the IFBB Pro League and its athletes.

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Manion urged fans and enthusiasts alike to show their appreciation by checking out and supporting Uprising, emphasizing the importance of reciprocating the support they have extended to the bodybuilding community.

As the bodybuilding community looks forward to the upcoming events, the increased prize money may perhaps increase the stakes at the event, ensuring that athletes are rewarded handsomely for their dedication and hard work.

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