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The Dubai Pro Bodybuilding Championship is set to be an extraordinary event, bringing together over 800 athletes from across the globe. Taking place from July 26-28, this prestigious competition will feature both amateur and professional bodybuilders vying for a share of the Dh1.5 million prize fund. The event will be held at the iconic Sheikh Saeed Hall 1 in the Dubai World Trade Centre, offering a world-class stage for participants to showcase their strength, dedication, and artistry.
Key Highlights and Competitions
Dual Opportunities for Gulf Athletes
Gulf athletes will have a unique advantage during this three-day event. They can compete twice: first in the Open Championship on July 27, which is open to competitors worldwide, and then in the Gulf Championship on July 28, exclusively for athletes from the Gulf region. This dual opportunity not only increases their chances of success but also highlights the region’s growing prominence in the bodybuilding community.Professional Categories
The event will culminate on the final day with the Professionals Championship, featuring various categories such as the 212, Classic, and Open Bodybuilding divisions. This segment will see elite athletes from around the world competing at the highest level, pushing the boundaries of human performance and physique.Organizational Excellence and Support
The Dubai Pro Bodybuilding Championship is organized by the Oxygen Club in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council (DSC). Adel Al Ali, Head of the Organizing Committee, has praised the DSC for its unwavering support, which has been instrumental in attracting a wide array of professional and amateur bodybuilders to Dubai. The superior facilities and exceptional organization of this championship have made Dubai a prime destination for international bodybuilding events, drawing athletes and companies from Europe and America.Pathway to Professionalism and Global Recognition
One of the most significant aspects of the Dubai Pro Bodybuilding Championship is its role in advancing the careers of Arab athletes. The event serves as a qualifier for the World Bodybuilding Championship (Mr. Olympia 2024), scheduled for October 10-13 in Las Vegas. The winner in the amateur category will receive the prestigious title of “Champion of Champions” and a professional player’s card, enabling them to compete at Mr. Olympia. This championship is particularly notable as it awards nine professional cards to amateur winners, a first in the Middle East.Financial Rewards and Professional Cards
In addition to the professional cards, the championship offers substantial financial prizes. The winning professionals will receive monetary rewards second only to those of the Mr. Olympia Championship, underscoring the event’s significance in the bodybuilding world. Athletes from six Gulf countries will compete for three professional cards in the Gulf Championship, further emphasizing the region’s growing influence in the sport.Impact on Dubai’s International Standing
The influx of international athletes and companies relocating to Dubai for this event is a testament to the city’s rising status as a global hub for sports and fitness. The Dubai Pro Bodybuilding Championship not only promotes the sport but also enhances Dubai’s reputation for hosting world-class events, providing a platform for athletes to achieve international acclaim.Event Overview
Dates and Venue
- Date: July 27–28, 2024
- Venue: Sheikh Saeed Hall, Trade Centre Arena, Dubai
Categories and Prize Money
The 2024 Dubai Pro features four major categories, each offering substantial prize money to incentivize peak performance and participation from top-tier bodybuilders.Men’s Open Bodybuilding
- Winner: $100,000
- Second Place: $40,000
- Third Place: $15,000
- Fourth Place: $5,000
- Fifth Place: $2,000
Men's 212 Bodybuilding
- Winner: $20,000
- Second Place: $5,000
- Third Place: $3,000
- Fourth Place: $2,000
- Fifth Place: $1,000
Classic Physique Bodybuilding
- Winner: $60,000
- Second Place: $30,000
- Third Place: $10,000
- Fourth Place: $2,000
- Fifth Place: $1,000
Men’s Physique Bodybuilding
- Winner: $40,000
- Second Place: $15,000
- Third Place: $6,000
- Fourth Place: $2,000
- Fifth Place: $1,000
Notable Competitors
The 2024 Dubai Pro boasts an impressive lineup of competitors across all categories. Here are some of the top athletes to watch:Men’s Open Bodybuilding
- Khaled Alkazem
- Ahmad Alrefaei
- Khaled Awny
- Arso Basheer Mohammed
- William Bonac
- Nathan De Asha
- Alie Edward
- Arash Eskandari
- Ali Jasim
- Sibusiso Kotelo
- Aleksei Kuznetsov
- Mikhail Maslov
- Rubiel Mosquer
- Surachai Plangaiem
- Ismail Radwan
- Vilius Sosnovskis
- Robin Strand
- Behrooz Tabani
Men’s 212 Bodybuilding
- Mahmoud Abdelhalim
- Galal Ahed
- Hassan Alabdrabalreda
- Obenrocksman Arrah
- Mohamed Attaalla
- Angel Calderon Frias
- Mohamed Embaby
- Laurance Fakhreddine
- Jafar Ghaffarnezhad
- Ahmed Juraybi
- Nihat Kaya
- Mazin Kratus
- Nasser Mohammad
- Mehdi Mostafaloo
- Emanuel Muhuwa
- Simon Pendelin
- Marco Ruz
- Wayne Williams
- Morad Zahir
- Mojtaba Zare
Classic Physique Bodybuilding
- Masoud Abdolhay
- Yemi Adefioye
- Mohamed Ahmed Abdallah
- Haydar Al Sarray
- Abdullah Almatar
- Abdullah Alrabiah
- Charbake Anass
- Breon Ansley
- Vahid Badpei
- Ahmed Chafni
- Khaled El Nahawy
- Amr Elgamal
- Mohamed Amine Fakhfakh
- Callum Hinze
- Seyed Reza Hosseini
- Edgard John Augustin
- Paul Kanu
- Azamat Karabashev
- Sedat Kaya
- Majid Khorsandikolour
- Abou Konate
- Mohammed Murshed
- Charles Michael Oniya
- Valentin Petrov
- Denis Romanov
- Ali Shamsghamar
- Julio Simoes
- Omid Soleimani Ghahroudi
- Ziqiang Wang
- Robert Waterhouse
- Dani Younan
Men’s Physique Bodybuilding
- Aslan Abdullayev
- Miguel Abibe
- Kamal Aitirhmour
- Mohammad Al Hababi
- Abdullah Al Sabea
- Abdullah Al Sharafi
- Nawaf Alansari
- Mohammad Albanna
- Ommie Ali
- Mahmood Al-Maghrabi
- Aziz Almohandes
- Ali Alsaeedi
- Carlos Asiedu Ocran
- Joshua Atease
- Erin Banks
- Aundre Benson
- Omar Boresli
- Ravi Chaudhary
- Youssef Cherrate
- Ahmed Eldebawy
- Yassin Gaber
- Anik Ghosh
- Sotirios Gkatsis
- Youssef Hassan
- Hachemi Hemza
- Gijo John
- Miroslav Juricek
- Tamer Laouachera
- Louis Lee
- St. Michael Moodie
- Ayob Omar
- Maxime Parisi
- Rahul Paswan
- Abi Pietersz
- Sidy Pouye
- Yaser Rezaei
- Matthais Roth
- Serpescu Sebastian
- Serge Victor
- Lovish Wahi
