TUPELO, MS — The 2023 Tupelo Pro, which transpired on August 12, wasn’t just another competition on the calendar. This contest, drawing competitors in both the Classic Physique and Figure divisions, was a pivotal stepping stone for those eyeing the illustrious Olympia stage this coming November.
A Tightening Window for Olympia Qualification
This year’s road to the 2023 Mr. Olympia has narrowed and turned decidedly steeper. Athletes are now racing against the clock with an Oct. 9 deadline looming. Gone is the point system that once provided a pathway, replaced by a sterner rule: win a Pro show, secure your place.
Orlando Awaits Olympia’s Best
In less than three months, all eyes will be on the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. From Nov. 2-5, it will host the Olympia competition, a date marked in bold by every serious bodybuilder. Fresh off his victory in Tupelo, Jared Thompson is poised to challenge the reigning Classic Physique titan, Chris Bumstead. Parallelly, in the Figure category, gold-medalist Okyu Basar is gearing up to match skills and poise against the formidable Cydney Gillon. Both match-ups promise to be riveting chapters in bodybuilding lore.
2023 Tupelo Pro Winners
- Classic Physique: Jared Thompson
- Figure: Okyu Basar
2023 Tupelo Pro Results Breakdown
Classic Physique
- Winner — Jared Thompson
- Second Place — Anthony Barbera III
- Third Place — Kelvin Hinde
- Fourth Place — Seth Goss
- Fifth Place — Tony Duong
- Sixth Place — Miguel Dominguez
- Seventh Place — Aaron Aramini
- Eighth Place — Andrew Wilson
- Ninth Place — Melvin Feliciano Rivera
- Tenth Place — Jordan Carroll
Figure
- Winner — Okyu Basar
- Second Place — Lena Ramsteiner
- Third Place — Shanice Abrams
- Fourth Place — Ashley Howells
- Fifth Place — Ashley Garcia
- Sixth Place — Devon Winn
- Seventh Place — Jennifer Johnson
- Eighth Place — Mariana Staccioli
- Ninth Place — Thais Cabrices Werner
- Tenth Place — Ronshende Whittington
2023 Tupelo Pro Scorecards
Hats Off from Colosseum Strength
Colosseum Strength extends a hearty congratulations to the champions of the 2023 Tupelo Pro. Your hard work, determination, and stellar performances have not gone unnoticed. Well done on your momentous victories, and here’s to many more accolades in the future!
Featured Image @2023 Tupelo Pro Classic Physique Result (Instagram)
