2023 Pittsburgh Pro Final Scorecards

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The Pittsburgh Pro is an annual bodybuilding competition held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Professional Bodybuilding League (PBL). The competition is a two-day event and features men's and women's bodybuilding, men's physique, men's classic physique, and women's physique divisions.


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Comprehensive Review of the 2023 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show

Witnessed by some of the biggest names in the industry, the 2023 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show offered a spectacular showcase of physical prowess and strategic competition. With nearly 100 professional bodybuilders vying for the division titles and the golden ticket to the 2023 Olympia, the event was packed with drama, upsets, and stellar performances.


Overview of the 2023 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show

The Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show took place in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh at the luxurious Wyndham Grand Downtown Hotel. The weekend of May 12-13 saw six professional divisions, with well-established champions and emerging talents vying for the Olympia qualifications.


Distinguished Attendees

The event attracted not only competitors but also esteemed figures in the bodybuilding world. Among them were Erin Banks, the 2022 Men's Physique Olympia champion; Dan Solomon, Olympia President; and Jim Manion, the IFBB Pro League President and promoter of the show.


Key Competition Results

Classic Physique

Michael Daboul emerged victorious in the Classic Physique division, demonstrating a harmonious blend of strength, flexibility, and sculpted physique.

1. Michael Daboul
2. Eric Lisboa
3. Alexander Westermeier
4. Daniil Famponte
5. Camilo Diaz
6. Tomas Andes-Hernandez
7. Brandon Cooper
8. Rob Van Sant
9. Kendahl Richmond
10. Munkhsaruul Altangerel


Men's Physique

In the Men's Physique competition, Corey Morris earned the title with his exceptional conditioning and stage presence.

1. Corey Morris
2. Ryan Terry
3. Benquil Marigny
4. Sidy Pouye
5. Ali Bilal
6. Christopher Barr
7. Furkan Er
8. Stevelon Dennis
9. Puwanat Putoya
10. Brett Mario Jackson


Women's Physique

Defending Women's Physique Olympia champion, Natalia Abraham Coelho, once again claimed her division's contest.

1. Natalia Abraham Coelho
2. Emily Schubert
3. Amandine Kelly
4. Joseli Schoenherr
5. Marie-Solange Essoh
6. Diana Schnaidt
7. Ann Gruber
8. Patricia Watson
9. Candice Carr
10. Sarah Crail

The Figure, Bikini, and Wellness divisions showcased the crowning of Cherish Richardson, Aimee Leann Delgado, and Gisele Machado, respectively.


Noteworthy Highlights

Men's Physique Winner - Corey Morris

Corey Morris bagged his third pro win of 2023 at the Pittsburgh Pro. His victory was acknowledged by Erin Banks, the reigning Men's Physique Olympia champion, during an onstage interview with announcer Bob Cicherillo. Banks, who shares the same coach with Morris, congratulated the winner but cautioned that dethroning him at the Olympia will require a flawless performance.


Runner-Up - Ryan Terry

Despite entering the competition as a favorite, past Arnold Classic winner and 2016 Olympia runner-up Ryan Terry placed second. He took the defeat in stride, admitting to some preparation mistakes that he plans to correct for the upcoming New York Pro.


Third Place - Benquil Marigny

Benquil Marigny took third place, fresh off a win at the 2023 1st Phorm St. Louis Pro. This was his fourth consecutive placement in the top three in 2023.


Olympia Contenders Exhibition

The Pittsburgh Pro's tradition of featuring Mr. Olympia contenders in a guest posing exhibition continued, with a star-studded lineup of bodybuilders including two-time Mr. Olympia Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay, two-time Olympia 212 champion Shaun Clarida, 2022 Mr. Olympia runner-up Derek Lunsford, 2023 Arnold Classic winner Samson Dauda, 2021 Arnold Classic champ Nick Walker, and 2021 Chicago Pro winner Hunter Labrada.


Significant Upsets and Victories

Aimee Leann Delgado achieved perhaps the biggest upset of the weekend in the Bikini division, surpassing three-time Bikini Olympia winner Ashley Kaltwasser. Gisele Machado was another unexpected victor in the Wellness division, outshining the 2023 Wellness International champion Kassandra Gillis.

The 2023 Pittsburgh Pro Bodybuilding Show was indeed a grand spectacle of physical prowess and strategic competition, serving as a precursor to the thrilling contests expected at the 2023 Olympia.