From Ronnie Coleman to Flex Wheeler: Arnold Classic Winners Over the Yearss

Arnold Classic is one of the most prestigious bodybuilding titles in the world. It made its debut in 1989 and has made a tremendous impact on the entire world’s bodybuilding aspirants. Moreover, it has produced some big names in the bodybuilding world and has had 19 champions till now. However, as the name suggests, it is a competition that was commenced by the legendary 7x Mr. Olympia Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Schwarzenegger’s hunger and love for bodybuilding kept him working towards its betterment. Although Arnold’s Sports Festival consists of many other sports as well, Arnold Classic creates a completely different level of excitement. As the 2023 Arnold Classic draws nearer each day, let’s have a look at the name of the winners who have conquered this prestigious title to date.

Arnold Classic winners from 1989 to 2022

From its commencement in 1989 to 2022, Arnold Classic has made its stature so high that every bodybuilder wants to win this trophy to add to their achievements. Whether it be Ronnie Coleman, Flex Wheeler or Brandon Curry, everyone has fought hard for this trophy to be theirs.

Let us have a look at the 19 champions who have conquered the Arnold Classic trophy to date.

• Rich Gaspari – 1989
• Mike Ashley–1990
• Shawn Ray–1991
• Vince Taylor–1992
• Flex Wheeler – 1993, 1997, 1998, 2000
• Kevin Levrone – 1994, 1996
• Mike Francois – 1995
• Nasser El Sonbaty – 1999
• Ronnie Coleman – 2001
• Jay Cutler–2002, 2003, 2004
• Dexter Jackson–2005, 2006, 2008, 2013, 2015
• Victor Martinez – 2007
• Kai Greene – 2009, 2010, 2016
• Branch Warren–2011, 2012
• Dennis Wolf – 2014
• Cedric McMillan – 2017
• William Bonac – 2018, 2020
• Brandon Curry–2019, 2022
• Nick Walker – 2021

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Now, the 2023 Arnold Classic is all ready to see the next winner. Let’s have a look at the contenders fighting for the title this year.

The title contenders for Arnold Classic 2023

In March 2023, the bodybuilding world will witness the 35th edition of Arnold Classic. While the competition has evolved throughout these years, so have the contenders. The eight incredible bodybuilders that will be competing this year are as follows. William Bonac, Nick Walker, Shaun Clarida, Samson Dauda, Kamal Elgargni, Justin Rodriguez, Patrick Moore, and Akim Williams.

Interestingly, William Bonac and Nick Walker are the only bodybuilders who have already won the title in the past. If any other bodybuilder from this list wins the title, we will witness the 20th winner of the event.

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As the competition is getting closer, the heat is building up. Who do you think will win this year’s Arnold Classic? Will we see a new champion this year? Let us know your favorite in the comment section.