On August 26, Rio de Janeiro took center stage in the bodybuilding universe as the 2023 Musclecontest International Rio Pro unfurled. This illustrious event was among six concurrent competitions in the IFBB Pro League, shining the spotlight solely on the Bikini division.
The Race to Olympia: A Grueling Path
The clock is ticking for bodybuilders striving to cement their spots in this year’s Olympia showdown. Scheduled from November 2-5 in the sprawling expanse of Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center, this is the pinnacle every athlete aspires to reach. However, the journey has a twist. Gone are the days of the point system. The only passport to Olympia now? Triumph in a Pro show before the cut-off on October 9.
A Star Ascends: Maria Alexsandra Santos Rocha’s Triumph
The competition was intense, the comparisons numerous. Yet, in the midst of fierce rivalry, Maria Alexsandra Santos Rocha emerged as the undeniable champion. Her victory not only cements her place among the elite but also sets the stage for an epic showdown. Come November, Rocha will square off against the reigning Bikini Olympia, the formidable Maureen Blanquisco.
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2023 Musclecontest Rio Pro Bikini Results
- Winner — Alexsandra Santos
- Second Place — Luciana De Souza Santos
- Third Place — Mirian Barbosa
- Fourth Place — Ana Paula Baggio
- Fifth Place — Jessica Machado
- Sixth Place — Bruna Brito Ribeiro
- Seventh Place — Tais Silva Bueno
- Eighth Place — Barbara Gomes Malts Goes
- Ninth Place — Silvana Tagliati
- Tenth Place — Karen Kodama
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2023 Musclecontest Rio Official Scorecard
The Colosseum Strength team extends heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Maria Alexsandra Santos Rocha as she gears up for the Mr. Olympia stage. May her dedication and prowess shine even brighter!
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