The 2025 Mr. Olympia weekend officially kicked off in Las Vegas, Nevada, running from October 9–12, 2025, and bodybuilding fans witnessed a spectacular start. The 2025 Mr. Olympia Men’s Open Prejudging took center stage on Friday night, setting the tone for the sport’s biggest weekend.
From the much-anticipated return of Nick Walker to the heated rivalry between Derek Lunsford and Hadi Choopan, every fan in the arena expected fireworks. Adding to the intensity, Samson Dauda and Andrew Jacked brought their own unique weapons — a combination of sheer mass, symmetry, and stage charisma that kept the judges on edge.
As the bright lights hit the stage, it became clear that this was one of the deepest lineups in Olympia history. Each pose revealed the incredible work and refinement these athletes had poured into their physiques. Every transition and quarter turn was met with roaring applause as fans struggled to pick a favorite.
By the end of the night, the crowd had seen it all — size, detail, and stage dominance. The judges made multiple comparisons, pushing the competitors to their limits. Heading into Saturday night’s finals, the race for the Sandow Trophy looks tighter than ever, with several athletes capable of taking the crown.
2025 Mr. Olympia Men’s Open Prejudging Report & Analysis
Men’s Open Olympia Prejudging Callout Report
The opening callout delivered exactly what fans expected — a showdown of giants. Derek Lunsford and Samson Daudastood center stage early, signaling that both men remain prime contenders. Nick Walker and Andrew Jacked impressed with dense muscularity and stage confidence, earning loud reactions from the crowd.
As the night progressed, the judges brought out the rest of the deep field. Vitalii Ugolnikov, Tonio Burton, and Behrooz Tabani highlighted the second round, each presenting unique strengths. Meanwhile, the third callout featured impressive aesthetics from Urs Kalecinski and solid structure from Regan Grimes and Brett Wilkin.
Finally, the fifth and final callout left the crowd in awe. Samson Dauda, Hadi Choopan, Derek Lunsford, and Andrew Jacked traded poses under the spotlight. Every flex and transition drew energy from the audience. After several grueling comparisons, it became clear that the title race will come down to the finest margins of conditioning and presentation.
First Callout
| Athlete | Country | Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Hadi Choopan | Iran | 🇮🇷 |
| Martin Fitzwater | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Nick Walker | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Andrew Jacked | Nigeria | 🇳🇬 |
| Derek Lunsford | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Samson Dauda | United Kingdom | 🇬🇧 |
Second Callout
| Athlete | Country | Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Vitalii Ugolnikov | Russia | 🇷🇺 |
| Tonio Burton | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Behrooz Tabani | Iran | 🇮🇷 |
| Brandon Curry | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Jordan Hutchinson | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| William Bonac | Netherlands | 🇳🇱 |
Third Callout
| Athlete | Country | Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Urs Kalecinski | Germany | 🇩🇪 |
| Chenglong Shen | China | 🇨🇳 |
| Dorian Haywood | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Akim Williams | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Regan Grimes | Canada | 🇨🇦 |
| Brett Wilkin | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Rubiel Mosquera | Colombia | 🇨🇴 |
| Sasan Heirati | Iran | 🇮🇷 |
Fourth Callout
| Athlete | Country | Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Fitzwater | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Vitalii Ugolnikov | Russia | 🇷🇺 |
| Nick Walker | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Tonio Burton | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| William Bonac | Netherlands | 🇳🇱 |
| Brandon Curry | USA | 🇺🇸 |
Fifth Callout (Top 4)
| Athlete | Country | Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Samson Dauda | United Kingdom | 🇬🇧 |
| Hadi Choopan | Iran | 🇮🇷 |
| Derek Lunsford | USA | 🇺🇸 |
| Andrew Jacked | Nigeria | 🇳🇬 |
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Friday Prejudging Reports
2025 Mr. Olympia Viewing Schedule (Eastern Time)
Thursday, October 9
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Press Conference: 3:00 PM ET
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Meet the Olympians: 7:00 PM ET
Friday, October 10
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Prejudging of Fitness, 212, Figure, Women’s Physique, Ms. Olympia, Wellness begins 9:30 AM ET
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Finals for those divisions: 6:00 PM ET
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Following those finals, Mr. Olympia Prejudging
Saturday, October 11
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Prejudging for Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Bikini, Pro Wheelchair: 9:30 AM ET
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Finals for Bikini, Men’s Physique, Classic Physique, and Mr. Olympia Finals: 7:00 PM ET
Sunday, October 12
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Champions Seminar: 9:00 AM ET
Quick Reference Table — Divisions & Schedule
| Division | Prejudging Day / Time (ET) | Finals Day / Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Open | Friday 9:30 AM | Saturday 7:00 PM |
| Classic Physique | Saturday 9:30 AM | Saturday 7:00 PM |
| Men’s 212 | Friday 9:30 AM | Friday 6:00 PM |
| Men’s Physique | Saturday 9:30 AM | Saturday 7:00 PM |
| Wheelchair | Saturday 9:30 AM | Saturday 7:00 PM |
| Women’s Bodybuilding | Friday 9:30 AM | Friday 6:00 PM |
| Women’s Physique | Friday 9:30 AM | Friday 6:00 PM |
| Figure | Friday 9:30 AM | Friday 6:00 PM |
| Fitness | Friday 9:30 AM | Friday 6:00 PM |
| Bikini | Saturday 9:30 AM | Saturday 7:00 PM |
| Wellness | Friday 9:30 AM | Friday 6:00 PM |
Overview
The 2025 Mr. Olympia Men’s Open Prejudging exceeded all expectations. The showdown between Samson Dauda 🇬🇧, Hadi Choopan 🇮🇷, Derek Lunsford 🇺🇸, and Andrew Jacked 🇳🇬 brought pure excitement and unpredictability. Each contender displayed championship-level conditioning, leaving fans eager for the final outcome. As the stage resets for Saturday night’s finals, the bodybuilding world waits to see who will lift the Sandow Trophy and etch their name into Olympia history.
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