2025 Arnold Classic Physique Official Prejudging Report &#038; Analysis

The Classic Physique division has long belonged to Chris Bumstead. But now, with the six-time Olympia champion retiring, the door is open. As a result, top contenders are fighting for their place at the 2025 Arnold Classic Physique.

This year, Wesley Vissers returns to defend his title. Last season, however, he fell down the Olympia scorecard. Meanwhile, Mike Sommerfeld arrives with momentum. At the Olympia, in fact, he finished second behind Bumstead. Now, he looks to stay near the top.

At first, Vissers and Sommerfeld seemed poised for a showdown. However, young stars had other plans. Early on, Logan Franklin and Matthew Greggo made an impact. Both, in recent years, have been rising in Classic Physique. From the start, both impressed.

Then, in the final callout, the tide shifted. For the first time, Vissers dropped to the third group. At the same time, Franklin stood alongside Sommerfeld in a head-to-head comparison. Since the Olympia, in particular, Sommerfeld has been seen as a future champion. His takeover, perhaps, could begin now.

Right now, Colosseum Strength is covering the action live from the 2025 Arnold Classic Pro. This year, the event is sponsored by Pro Am. With prejudging now complete, here is the full breakdown.

2025 Arnold Classic Classic Physique Callout Report

The 2025 Arnold Classic Classic Physique division saw an intense prejudging round with clear frontrunners emerging.

First Callout

Logan Franklin
Michael Daboul
Wesley Vissers
Matthew Greggo
Mike Sommerfeld

The first callout set the stage for the division’s top contenders. Right away, Logan Franklin, Michael Daboul, Wesley Vissers, Matthew Greggo, and Mike Sommerfeld stood out. Each competitor brought a balanced blend of muscle, symmetry, and conditioning. Clearly, the judges wanted a closer look at this group.

From the start, Sommerfeld and Franklin seemed to take center stage. Meanwhile, Vissers aimed to defend his title but faced strong competition. At the same time, Greggo and Daboul pushed hard to stay in the mix. Overall, this lineup hinted at a tight battle ahead.

Second Callout

Jeremiah Willies
Jihoon Bang
Lucas Funk
Osmar Alanis

2025 Arnold Report & Analysis — Callout 2

The second callout featured a mix of rising talent and experienced competitors. Jeremiah Willies, Jihoon Bang, Lucas Funk, and Osmar Alanis were brought out next. Each athlete showed promise, but their conditioning and stage presence placed them just outside the top group.

Still, this lineup showcased depth in the Classic Physique division. Bang, in particular, displayed impressive structure. Meanwhile, Willies and Funk brought solid proportions. Alanis, though relatively new to the pro stage, held his own.

Third Callout

Michael Daboul
Wesley Vissers
Matthew Greggo
Jihoon Bang

2025 Arnold Classic Physique Official Prejudging Report & Analysis — Callout 3

The third callout marked a shift in the rankings. Here, Michael Daboul, Wesley Vissers, Matthew Greggo, and Jihoon Bang were compared. This group represented athletes who had strong showings but needed an extra edge to break into the lead pack.

Vissers, last year’s champion, found himself here instead of the top group. Clearly, his placing was in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Greggo and Daboul continued to impress with their shape and detail. Bang, despite strong conditioning, had to fight for positioning.

Fourth Callout

Logan Franklin
Mike Sommerfeld

The fourth and final callout signaled a two-man showdown. Logan Franklin and Mike Sommerfeld were brought back for direct comparisons. Right away, it became clear that the title would likely come down to them.

Sommerfeld, coming off a strong Olympia finish, looked poised to take over. Franklin, however, brought his best package yet. The judges studied them closely, emphasizing key poses. Now, all eyes are on the final results.

The final callout featured Franklin and Sommerfeld, signaling a likely battle for the title.

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This was one of three championship events held during the Saturday night finals. The excitement in Columbus continued throughout the evening. Fans witnessed intense battles across multiple divisions.

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Overview

With Chris Bumstead’s retirement, the door to the Classic Physique division is wide open at the 2025 Arnold Classic. Wesley Vissers returns to defend his title but faces strong competition from Mike Sommerfeld, who finished second behind Bumstead at the Olympia. However, rising stars Logan Franklin and Matthew Greggo also made their presence felt. In the final callout, Vissers dropped to the third group, while Franklin and Sommerfeld were brought back for a head-to-head comparison. This set the stage for a likely showdown, with Sommerfeld emerging as a key contender.

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