As the 2023 Chicago Pro event drew closer, professional bodybuilder Justin Shier drifted closer to the spotlight. Marking his pro debut at the event this year, the athlete has managed to successfully conquer the stage and was crowned the 2023 champion.?Likewise, expressing his elation on the instance, Shier took to his Instagram to share a post with a glorious picture from the event.

Additionally, he penned down a heartfelt note for his near and dear ones for supporting him throughout. Whereas, under the post, several bodybuilding icons like Jay Cutler and Lee Priest, along with several fitness icons assembled to congratulate him.?

2023 Chicago Pro?s new debutant winner

As per the post that surfaced a few hours ago, the 34-year-old pro took a moment to cherish his victory briefly and acknowledged the immense love and support from the community. Holding his shield trophy and donning the shiny medal, the athlete posed on the stage he conquered, while flexing his physique.?

In the caption, he stated, ?It?s time for me to enjoy myself with my loved ones, eat some good food and relax? need some time to process that we have an Olympia prep to do.? He thanked everyone for their encouragement and said that he shall be curating a detailed post on it later. As of now, Shier intends to live the moment he had worked so hard for.?

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Shier earned his pro card at the NPC National Championships in 2021. However, he did not hastily compete for his pro debut, per reports. Instead, the star took some time to prep up and push himself harder before making it as a pro. Interestingly, in addition to the fans’ enthusiasm, several bodybuilding greats took to the comments to show their admiration for the athlete.?

The bodybuilding world reacts to Justin Shier?s win

Taking to the comments within hours of the news, IFBB beast, Jay Cutler wrote, ?Congratulations? whereas, bodybuilding veteran Lee Priest noted, ?Congratulations ?? well done ?? Likewise, notable sports nutrition company, HdxMuscle?s official page also hailed the athlete. ?The champ is here ?? they wrote.?

Even pro athlete and online sensation, Guy Cisternino shared an enthusiastic comment for the champion. It read, “LETS FINNNNNNG GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.” Besides that, numerous fitness influencers and athletes from varying domains took turns to congratulate and acclaim Shier with heartfelt comments. ?New Eraaaaaa???? and ?Boooooom ??? were some other reactions.?

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As time ticks, new and potential bodybuilders surface the boundaries of the sport. Moreover, the amount of success they might or might not achieve only remains unpredictable.?