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The 14 months wait eventually came to an end on 16th December 2022. The bodybuilding fans finally got to witness the mighty show of massive bodybuilders in different categories of Mr. Olympia 2022 on day one of the competition. However, the participants in the Men’s Open bodybuilding category in Mr. Olympia once again took away the show with their excellent physiques. From Big Ramy to Blessing Awodibu, all 33 qualified bodybuilders have put on a tremendous show of flexing in the pre-judging round.

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However, the finals are still curiously awaited. Pre-judging stage displayed a trailer for what lies ahead. For now, let us have a look at the astounding stills uploaded by Mr. Olympia’s official Instagram handle.

Bodybuilding display at its best

Men’s open bodybuilding is one of the most hyped categories in Mr. Olympia’s competition. And whenever it takes place, the bodybuilders make sure it is worth all the hype. It is nothing different this year. All the bodybuilders displayed an overwhelming performance in the pre-judging round. Below are some of the best pictures from today’s event.

Without a doubt, the reigning champion, Big ‘Mamdouh Elssbiay’ Ramy, was one of the show stealers. However, as predicted by the former bodybuilding champions, Ramy has got some superb competition this year. With Hadi Choopan, Brandon Curry, and Derek Lunsford in the line-up, the competition looks thrilling.

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Although the subjective nature of judgment in bodybuilding makes it pretty unpredictable, Ramy looked in his best shape yet again. Other than the top-3 of last year, let’s see the bodybuilders who created an impact in the pre-judging round.

 Other bodybuilders who created an impact on day one

The reigning top-3 looked in great shape, but other bodybuilders were no less. As predicted by experts, bodybuilders like Andrew Jacked, Blessing Awodibu, William Bonac, Nick Walker, and Michal Krizo showed up massive muscles and symmetry on the stage.

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Moreover, Samson Dauda needs special appreciation. As Dauda wasn’t predicted to be in the top choices, but he made an incredible show in the pre-judging round. It will be interesting to see what awaits in the finals.

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The pre-judging event made things much more interesting than it already was. The quality of the bodybuilders took the competition to another level this year. Notably, the finals will be taking place tomorrow at 7 PM EST. After watching today’s show, who do you think stands with the highest possibility of winning Mr. Olympia Men’s Open 2022?