The 2025 Musclecontest Experience Pro took place in Fortaleza, Brazil, on August 23-24, showcasing elite athletes from the IFBB Pro League. This event gave competitors in Classic Physique and Men’s Physique the opportunity to earn qualification for the 2025 Mr. Olympia in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 9-12.
Moreover, the contest brought an electric crowd to the venue as Brazilian fans cheered loudly for their homegrown athletes. With only weeks left before the Olympia cutoff, the stakes ran higher than ever for the participants. Every pose, every transition, and every final callout carried the weight of their entire season.
In the end, Manuel Angelo claimed victory in Classic Physique, while Vinicius Mateus Viera Lima secured the Men’s Physique title. Both athletes not only stood atop the podium but also booked their place at bodybuilding’s grandest stage.
2025 Musclecontest Experience Pro Results
Classic Physique
| Place | Athlete | Country | Medal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1 | Manuel Angelo | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🥇 |
| 🥈 2 | Mateus Lopes | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🥈 |
| 🥉 3 | Zardo Zardo | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🥉 |
| 4 | Jhone Jhoninho | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 5 | Gabriel Pereira | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 6 | Roberto Gomes | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 7 | Lucas Silva | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 8 | Everson Costa Melo | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 9 | Breno Roberto Eleuterio Pereira | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 10 | Daniel Bin Gemignani | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 11 | Ramon Freire O Tiozao | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
🏅 Classic Physique Winner — Manuel Angelo 🇧🇷
Angelo delivered a commanding performance in Fortaleza, securing the Classic Physique title with undeniable stage presence. His aesthetics, symmetry, and conditioning stood out, especially against a deep Brazilian roster.
Additionally, this victory marked Angelo’s first major success of the 2025 season, coming just weeks before the Olympia cutoff. By seizing this win, he not only silenced doubts but also sent a strong message to the rest of the division.
Finally, Angelo earned his long-awaited qualification for the Classic Physique Olympia, setting the stage for his return to the most prestigious platform in bodybuilding. Fans now look forward to seeing how he matches up against names like Urs Kalecinski, Ramon Dino, and Chris Bumstead.
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Men’s Physique
| Place | Athlete | Country | Medal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1 | Vinicius Mateus Viera Lima | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🥇 |
| 🥈 2 | Dilson Espindola | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🥈 |
| 🥉 3 | Lucas Viudes | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🥉 |
| 4 | Gildevan Batista Dos Santos | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 5 | Tadeu Veras | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 6 | Lucas Fonseca | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 7 | Arthur Pontes | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 8 | Michel Barros | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 9 | Paulo Ricardo | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 10 | Gabriel Coelho | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 11 | Rei Cunha | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 12 | Tarcio Pimentel | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
🏅 Men’s Physique Winner — Vinicius Mateus Viera Lima 🇧🇷
Vinicius Mateus Viera Lima overcame heavy competition to rise as the Men’s Physique champion. Despite facing a field stacked with seasoned athletes, his conditioning and polished look gave him the edge.
Furthermore, Lima’s triumph was even more impressive given the expectations surrounding Lucas Viudes, who entered as the favorite after winning the 2025 Mexico Grand Battle Pro. Instead, Viudes settled for third, while Lima secured the gold.
Ultimately, Lima’s victory propelled him directly to the Men’s Physique Olympia stage, where he will now stand alongside his Brazilian countrymen and other international stars. His momentum makes him one to watch heading into Las Vegas.
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The 2025 Musclecontest Experience Pro not only highlighted Brazil’s dominance in bodybuilding but also reshaped the Olympia landscape. With Manuel Angelo in Classic Physique and Vinicius Mateus Viera Lima in Men’s Physique both securing qualification, Brazil added two more strong contenders for Las Vegas. The event also reminded fans of the depth of talent across South America, as nearly every athlete hailed from Brazil, making the show a celebration of national pride. With Olympia weekend approaching fast, both divisions are shaping up to deliver fierce battles on bodybuilding’s biggest stage.
Featured Image – 2025 Musclecontest Experience Pro Bodybuilding Show Results – Credit: @musclecontestinternational (Instagram)
