Arnold Classic Winner Does Full Split
Nigerian bodybuilder Andrew Jacked won the 2026 Arnold Classic and a record $750,000 prize [https://eurweb.com/andrew-jacked-arnold-classic-win, https://bellanaija.com/2026/03/andrew-jacked-wins-2026-arnold-classic-750000-prize]! He also won Best Poser, with his full split pose going viral [https://eurweb.com/andrew-jacked-arnold-classic-win]. The festival also showcased strength at all ages as a nine-year-old girl's deadlift went viral [https://614now.com/2026/culture/a-nine-year-old-has-gone-viral-for-massive-deadlift-at-the-arnold].
Andrew Jacked, whose full name is Chinedu Andrew Obiekea, secured a record-breaking $750,000 for winning the 2026 Arnold Classic Men's Open. He also received an additional $10,000 for the Ed Corney Best Poser Award. Jacked's victory came after placing third at the 2025 Olympia, solidifying his status as a top bodybuilder. His win wasn't just about prize money; Jacked emphasized gratitude for his health and journey. He stayed off social media leading up to the competition, focusing on his personal best rather than comparing himself to others. Jacked's blend of height and symmetry made him stand out to the judges. Other winners at the 2026 Arnold Classic included Wesley Vissers in Classic Physique, who took home $100,000, and Brandon Hendrickson in Men's Physique. Mitchell Hooper secured his fourth consecutive Arnold Strongman Classic title. The Arnold Sports Festival, founded by Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1989, hosted over 20,000 athletes in Columbus, Ohio.
