Overview of the 2024 Bogota Classic Pro

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The 2024 Bogota Classic Pro, held in Bogota, Colombia, from November 8 to November 10, gathered elite athletes in Classic Physique and Wellness categories. This event was a crucial qualifier for the 2025 Olympia Weekend, where champions from each category earned the privilege to compete on bodybuilding’s most prestigious stage. The weekend also featured amateur contests, giving select competitors the opportunity to gain pro status and compete among seasoned athletes.

Event Highlights and Qualification Impact​

With Olympia qualifications on the line, all participants entered the stage with determination. The Bogota Classic Pro had a lineup of 13 elite athletes, including recently promoted professionals. Brazil’s Kenny Moreira dominated the Classic Physique category, while Colombia’s own Karol Borrero took the title in Wellness.

Classic Physique Division: Competitors and Standings​

The Classic Physique competition was fierce, featuring top athletes from South America and beyond. Notable performances and final placements were as follows:

1. Kenny Moreira (Brazil) - Champion
2. Martin Bueno (Colombia)
3. Eiton Freitas (Brazil)
4. Cristian Alejandro Rosales Sanchez (Mexico)
5. Anthony Barbera III (USA)
6. Victor Alhan Galindo Casados (Mexico)

Kenny Moreira’s Winning Performance​

Kenny Moreira delivered a show-stopping performance, impressing judges with his symmetry, muscularity, and posing. Moreira received a perfect score, signaling an exceptional display of physique mastery. Prior to the Bogota Classic, he participated in the 2024 Musclecontest Pro in October, achieving a fourth-place finish. His victory in Bogota not only marked a career milestone but also qualified him for the 2025 Olympia.

Wellness Division: Competitors and Standings​

The Wellness division showcased the remarkable athleticism and aesthetic balance of female competitors. The final placements in this category were:

1. Karol Borrero (Colombia) - Champion
2. Adiannys Castillo (Brazil)
3. Karen Heredia (Argentina)
4. Paola Andrea Ibarguen Mosquera (Colombia)
5. Kersthyn Alfonzo (Venezuela)
6. Ruth Matos (Brazil)
7. Andrea Ossa (Colombia)

Karol Borrero’s Journey to Victory​

Karol Borrero’s win at the Bogota Classic Pro highlights her promising trajectory in the Wellness category. Competing in her second pro show, Borrero previously placed fourth at the 2024 Colombia Pro. Her qualification for the 2025 Wellness Olympia is particularly notable as she becomes the first Colombian athlete to secure a spot in this division on the Olympia stage.

Key Insights from the 2024 Bogota Classic Pro​

The event showcased both seasoned athletes and promising newcomers, emphasizing the IFBB Pro League’s commitment to expanding bodybuilding’s reach across regions. The competition was a testament to rigorous training, strategic posing, and peak conditioning, all under the expert guidance of head judge Jack Sullivan.

Factors Influencing Judging Decisions​

Merit in each division was determined by multiple factors:

• Symmetry and Proportion: Athletes demonstrated well-balanced physiques that align with the specific aesthetics of their categories.
• Muscle Definition and Conditioning: Striking a balance between size and definition was key, with a focus on low body fat percentages and muscular striations.
• Posing Technique: Effective posing highlighted athletes' strengths, crucial in distinguishing top-tier competitors.

The Road to the 2025 Olympia​

The Bogota Classic Pro’s winners now set their sights on the Olympia, where the world’s elite compete. Kenny Moreira and Karol Borrero will have the opportunity to represent their countries and refine their physiques further as they prepare for this grand event.