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Samson Dauda<\/a> is breaking down what led to his fourth-place finish at the 2025 Mr. Olympia. On Oct. 14, he revealed that he pushed conditioning harder than ever before and underestimated how long it would take to fill back up.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Dauda marched into the Mr. Olympia as the reigning champion. He defeated Hadi Choopan<\/a> and Derek Lunsford<\/a> in the finals last year to claim the Sandow trophy. Not one for sitting out, Dauda gambled and competed at the 2025 Arnold Classic<\/a>. It was a close battle, but he ultimately lost to Derek Lunsford<\/a> in Columbus, Ohio.\u00a0<\/p>\n Consistently, judges asked Dauda to come in sharper and more shredded. He listened and locked in to his Olympia prep<\/a>. However, in pursuit of a drier, more conditioned physique, Dauda lost some pop when he hit the stage, especially in his back double biceps pose, which happens to be Lunsford\u2019s most powerful shot<\/a>. Already back in the gym, Dauda has had time to reflect on losing his title.\u00a0<\/p>\n In the video, an irritated Dauda opened up on losing his title and taking fourth at the Olympia.\u00a0<\/p>\n Level Up Your Fitness: Join our \ud83d\udcaa strong community in Fitness Volt Newsletter. Get daily inspiration, expert-backed workouts, nutrition tips, the latest in strength sports, and the support you need to reach your goals. Subscribe for free!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Please wait…<\/p>\nSamson Dauda Reflects on Drop to 4th at 2025 Mr. Olympia<\/h2>\n