{"id":32970,"date":"2026-10-30T12:34:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T12:34:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=32970"},"modified":"2026-10-30T12:34:19","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T12:34:19","slug":"abdul-yartey-wins-prestigious-spirit-of-the-ifbb-award-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=32970","title":{"rendered":"Abdul Yartey wins prestigious spirit of the IFBB award in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By Theo Sampah<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ghana Bodybuilding and Fitness Association President Abdul Yartey has earned international recognition after receiving the prestigious Spirit of the IFBB Award at the 2026 International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) World Congress in Santa Susanna, Barcelona, Spain.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The honour recognises Yartey\u2019s dedication and contribution to the growth and development of bodybuilding and fitness worldwide.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The award presentation, held on Thursday, October 29, 2026, brought a moment of pride and excitement for the Ghanaian sports administrator, who admitted he was taken by surprise when his name and country were announced among representatives of 102 other nations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Describing the experience as unexpected, Yartey said he was overwhelmed by the recognition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt came as a massive shock to hear my name and country called out among the leaders and general secretaries of 102 other nations. I couldn\u2019t be more proud, happy, and humbled to receive this incredible honour,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His recognition is a significant milestone for Ghana\u2019s bodybuilding and fitness fraternity, highlighting the country\u2019s growing presence and contribution to the international bodybuilding community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the personal achievement, the award is a testament to the commitment and efforts of those working to advance bodybuilding and fitness, promote the sport and create opportunities for athletes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Yartey, the international honour adds another chapter to his efforts to advance the sport and strengthens Ghana\u2019s profile within the global bodybuilding and fitness community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbcghanaonline.com\/category\/news\/\">More stories here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbcghanaonline.com\/news\/abdul-yartey-wins-prestigious-spirit-of-the-ifbb-award-in-spain\/2026\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Theo Sampah Ghana Bodybuilding and Fitness Association President Abdul Yartey has earned international recognition after receiving the prestigious Spirit of the IFBB Award at the 2026 International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) World Congress in Santa Susanna, Barcelona, Spain. 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