Arnold Classic: Classic Physique breakdown
A March 15 video offered a detailed partial analysis of the Classic Physique division at the Arnold 2026 — covering evolving aesthetic standards, contest prep and judging trends for competitors video analysis.
Wesley Vissers reclaimed the Classic Physique title at the 2026 Arnold Classic, securing his second Arnold Classic Classic Physique victory. (generationiron.com) Vissers walked away with the division’s top prize of $100,000, a sum he confirmed during a post-show interview with MuscleInsider. (youtube.com) Prejudging for the Classic Physique division ran March 6 at 12:30 PM EST, with the finals that evening at the Battelle Grand inside the Greater Columbus Convention Center as part of the Arnold Sports Festival (March 5–8, 2026). (fitnessvolt.com) Matheus Menegate finished second to Vissers after final comparisons, and Menegate had previously placed seventh at the 2025 Olympia. (fitnessvolt.com) Reigning 2025 champion Mike Sommerfeld was absent after missing the Classic Physique weight cap at official check‑in, and he has since signaled plans to target the Arnold Classic UK (March 27–29, 2026). (generationiron.com) Andrea Mammoli took third on the night and won the $10,000 Ed Corney Best Poser Award, a line item shown on the Classic Physique scorecard released after the show. (fitnessvolt.com)
