The 2024 Sheru Classic Pro Show in Delhi, India, has concluded with three athletes who will now compete at the 2024 Mr. Olympia stage. The audience saw an impressive lineup of bodybuilding competitors from around the globe at the event. However, what caught the most attention was the Iranian bodybuilder Jafar Ghaffarnehzad’s victory. His fans and former Mr. Olympia Hadi Choopan congratulated his compatriot for his victory.
From June 7th to 9th, athletes in the Men’s 212 Bodybuilding, Men’s Physique, Classic Physique, and Bikini divisions demonstrated their hard work and dedication during the competitions at the Sheru Classic Pro Show. For those that have won, the next step is Olympia.
Hadi Choopan shares heart emoji for Men’s 212 winner
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In the Men’s 212 Bodybuilding category, Jafar Ghaffarnehzad from Iran emerged as the victor, securing his spot at the 2024 Mr. Olympia. Among those cheering for Ghaffarnehzad was none other than the Persian Wolf, Hadi Choopan, who expressed his excitement with a heartfelt “Congratulations” accompanied by a heart and number one emoji.
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Celebrating his win, the official Instagram page of Sheru Classic posted a snapshot of Ghaffarnehzad clutching the trophy, with the caption, “Congratulations to @ifbbpro.jafarghaffarnezhad on winning BHARAT PRO SHOW in Men’s 212 Bodybuilding Category.”
Jafar Ghaffarnehzad from Iran clinched the Men’s 212 Bodybuilding title, outshining competitors like Marco Ruz from France and Bhekumuzu Maluleke from South Africa, who secured second and third place, respectively. Mojtaba Zare, also from Iran, landed fourth, while Ismail Radwan from Egypt and Burga Keskin from Turkey claimed the fifth and sixth spots.
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In addition to Ghaffarnehzad, other standout athletes from the Sheru Classic who will be vying for glory at the 2024 Olympia include Abdullah Al-Sairafi and Amit Agre.
Here’s the list of winners and newly crowned pros at the Sheru Classic
Abdullah Al-Sairafi triumphed in the Classic Physique division, setting the stage for a showdown with other elite classic physique contenders including the reigning champ Chris Bumstead. Furthermore, Amit Agre’s impressive physique in the Men’s Physique division has fans buzzing about his potential to make waves at the 2024 Mr. Olympia. On the other hand, Lisa Reith’s stellar performance in the Bikini category earned her considerable momentum heading into the Olympia.
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On June 8th, Sheru Classic took to Instagram to announce pro winners. Moukhlisse Hassoune claimed the Men’s Bodybuilding division. Priya Shah secured the Women’s Physique category, presented by Fitlines’ founder. Snezhana Emelyanenkova won Women’s Physique and was presented the award by Sheru Angrish himself. Men’s Classic Physique saw Mohammed Araf and Abdullah Rashid win their IFBB Pro Cards. Rashid had also ranked second in Dubai Pro in 2023. Anastasia Ostapenko earned a Women’s Wellness Pro Card, honored by Steadfast Nutrition’s Mr. Aman Puri.
Jafar Ghaffarnehzad’s victory in the Men’s 212 Bodybuilding division was hard-fought, with his exceptional fullness in his legs and dominance from all angles setting him apart. His sights are now set on the 212 Olympia championship. Will he beat the reigning champ? Let us know in the comments section.