{"id":29928,"date":"2026-09-25T21:47:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T21:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=29928"},"modified":"2026-09-25T21:47:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T21:47:00","slug":"olympia-2026-the-battle-in-the-classic-physique-division","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=29928","title":{"rendered":"Olympia 2026: The Battle in the Classic Physique Division"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Friday\u2019s program in Las Vegas continued with a category that embodies the golden age of bodybuilding\u2014Classic Physique. After Brazilian Ramon Dino became the new champion last year, a tough title defense was expected this year. And the prejudging left us in no doubt: the challengers, led by Mike Sommerfeld and Wesley Vissers, came ready to steal the medals!<\/p>\n

Ramon Dino Defends His Throne with a New Back<\/h2>\n

Reigning champion Ramon Dino arrived at the Olympia well-rested and with a clear goal\u2014to retain the Sandow Statue. Head judge Steve Weinberger gave him a clear task last year: improve the width and definition of his back. And the Brazilian listened! Dino brought a visibly wider and more massive back to the stage, clearly asserting his dominance and confirming that he has no intention of letting anyone take his title.<\/p>\n

Sommerfeld and Vissers Are Stepping on the Gas<\/h2>\n

The biggest threat to Dino this year is once again the German powerhouse Mike Sommerfeld, who took silver last year. Mike worked on his volume and presented himself as even fuller and rounder than a year ago.<\/p>\n

Dutch phenomenon Wesley Vissers, winner of this year\u2019s Arnold Classic, naturally brought his famous \u201cGolden Era\u201d look, but he, too, managed to gain overall fullness. He looked massive on stage and made it clear that the judges must count him among the top contenders.<\/p>\n

The Darwen Sensation<\/h2>\n

But Niall Darwen caused the biggest stir in Las Vegas. This British talent absolutely stunned the audience when he confidently fought his way into the final call, and at certain moments even claimed the position right in the center of the stage. The top five were then rounded out by the aesthetic wizard Terrence Ruffin, with his flawless physique.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Official Callouts<\/h2>\n

The judges thoroughly evaluated the competitors in several groups. Here is a complete overview of how the callouts went:<\/p>\n

First Callout \u2013 Top Contenders:<\/b> Right from the start, the judges selected the top favorites.<\/p>\n

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  • Ramon Dino<\/li>\n

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  • Mike Sommerfeld<\/li>\n

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  • Wesley Vissers<\/li>\n

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  • Terrence Ruffin<\/li>\n

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  • Niall Darwen<\/li>\n

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    Second Callout \u2013 Battle for the Top 10:<\/b> There was a fierce battle here to see who could stay within striking distance of the best. More big names were in the mix.<\/p>\n

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    • Urs Kalecinski<\/li>\n

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    • Breon Ansley<\/li>\n

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    • Michael Daboul<\/li>\n

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    • Vahid Badpei<\/li>\n

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      Third Callout<\/b><\/p>\n

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      • Matthew Greggo<\/li>\n

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      • Damien Patrick<\/li>\n

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      • Carlos Dom\u00ednguez<\/li>\n

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      • Emanuele Ricotti<\/li>\n

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        Final Callout \u2013 Battle for the Title:<\/b> The final showdown that will decide the medals. Ramon Dino held the center of the podium, but Sommerfeld and Vissers didn\u2019t make it easy for him!<\/p>\n

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        • Ramon Dino<\/li>\n

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        • Mike Sommerfeld<\/li>\n

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        • Wesley Vissers<\/li>\n

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        • Terrence Ruffin<\/li>\n

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        • Niall Darwen<\/li>\n

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