The 2026 Pittsburgh Pro took over Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on May 16-17 as one of the most important qualifying events on the road to the 2026 Mr. Olympia. The annual contest unfolded inside the David L. Lawrence Convention Center as part of the Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival. As a result, many of the IFBB Pro League’s top athletes arrived looking to secure titles, prize money, and Olympia qualification.
Meanwhile, eight professional divisions competed throughout the weekend, including Men’s Open Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, Women’s Physique, Wellness, Figure, Bikini, and Fit Model. Saturday featured Men’s Open Bodybuilding, Men’s Physique, and Wellness competition. Then, Sunday showcased Classic Physique, Women’s Physique, Figure, Bikini, and Fit Model action.
Additionally, the Men’s Open lineup delivered one of the most anticipated rematches of the season. Tonio Burton entered Pittsburgh fresh off his New York Pro victory. However, Michal “Krizo” Krizanek returned determined to reverse the outcome against a stacked field that also featured former Mr. Olympia Brandon Curry and Brazilian standout Rafael Brandao.
Furthermore, fans packed the venue throughout the weekend as elite competitors battled for momentum heading toward Olympia season. Several divisions featured deep international lineups, reinforcing the growing depth across the IFBB Pro League.
2026 Pittsburgh Pro Results and Division Winners
| Division | Winner |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Men’s Open Bodybuilding | 🇸🇰 Michal Krizanek |
| 🏆 Classic Physique | 🇬🇧 Niall Darwen |
| 🏆 Men’s Physique | 🇺🇸 Kyron Holden |
| 🏆 Women’s Physique | 🇫🇮 Paula Ranta |
| 🏆 Wellness | 🇧🇷 Daniele Mendonca |
| 🏆 Figure | 🇺🇸 Natalia Soltero |
| 🏆 Bikini | 🇨🇦 Lauralie Chapados |
| 🏆 Fit Model | 🇺🇸 Shealynn Burnett |
Men’s Open Bodybuilding
Michal Krizanek delivered one of the strongest performances of his professional career in Pittsburgh. The Slovakian star returned to the stage sharper and fuller only one week after finishing runner-up at the New York Pro. Consequently, Krizanek controlled comparisons from the opening callout and eventually secured the Men’s Open title against a loaded lineup.
Additionally, Tonio Burton continued his breakout 2026 campaign with another standout showing. After capturing victory in New York, Burton entered Pittsburgh carrying significant momentum and confidence. However, Krizanek’s conditioning and overall presence proved difficult to overcome during finals. Nevertheless, Burton still secured another major finish heading deeper into Olympia season.
Furthermore, former Mr. Olympia Brandon Curry rounded out the top three after another composed performance onstage. Sasan Heirati used his trademark size and density to finish fourth, while Blessing Awodibu completed the top five. Meanwhile, Rafael Brandao narrowly missed the top five in sixth place.
| Place | Athlete | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1 | Michal Krizanek | 🇸🇰 Slovakia |
| 🥈 2 | Tonio Burton | 🇺🇸 USA |
| 🥉 3 | Brandon Curry | 🇺🇸 USA |
| 4 | Sasan Heirati | 🇬🇧 UK |
| 5 | Blessing Awodibu | 🇺🇸 USA |
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Classic Physique
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Men’s Physique
Kyron Holden secured a major Men’s Physique victory after bringing elite conditioning and polished presentation to the Pittsburgh stage. From the opening comparisons, Holden separated himself with crisp posing and balanced proportions. Ultimately, the judges rewarded him with a decisive victory against another deep lineup.
Additionally, Ali Bilal continued his impressive 2026 campaign with a runner-up finish after displaying excellent shape and conditioning throughout prejudging. Edvan Palmeira secured third place with another consistent performance, while former Olympia champion Erin Banks battled into fourth.
Furthermore, Vitor Chaves completed the top five after surviving difficult comparisons during prejudging rounds. Meanwhile, Francisco Martinez, Isai Kesek, and Juxian He also delivered notable performances in a highly competitive field.
| Place | Athlete | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1 | Kyron Holden | 🇺🇸 USA |
| 🥈 2 | Ali Bilal | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| 🥉 3 | Edvan Palmeira | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| 4 | Erin Banks | 🇺🇸 USA |
| 5 | Vitor Chaves | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
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Women’s Physique
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Wellness
Daniele Mendonca continued her dominant season by securing another impressive Wellness victory in Pittsburgh. The Brazilian standout immediately took command during prejudging with her conditioning, shape, and overall stage confidence. As a result, Mendonca earned another important Olympia qualification win.
Additionally, Giselle Machado delivered another polished performance to finish second in a difficult lineup. Bruna Seredich secured third after presenting improved conditioning and balance onstage. Meanwhile, Hannah Calkins and Tatiane Farkas completed the top five after strong performances throughout the weekend.
Furthermore, the Wellness division once again showcased tremendous international depth. Athletes from Brazil, Spain, Mexico, Austria, Italy, and the United States all brought competitive physiques to Pittsburgh, reinforcing the division’s continued growth heading toward Olympia season.
| Place | Athlete | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 1 | Daniele Mendonca | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| 🥈 2 | Giselle Machado | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| 🥉 3 | Bruna Seredich | 🇺🇸 USA |
| 4 | Hannah Calkins | 🇺🇸 USA |
| 5 | Tatiane Farkas | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
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Bikini
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Fit Model
The Fit Model division at the 2026 IFBB Pittsburgh Pro came down to a tight battle, with 🇺🇸 Shealynn Burnett securing the title through strong symmetry, clean presentation, and consistent stage control. Across prejudging and finals, Burnett separated herself in comparisons and held her position under pressure, earning a clear victory in a rapidly growing division.
Meanwhile, 🇺🇸 Elizabeth Hunter claimed second place after remaining competitive in all rounds, but she narrowly missed overtaking Burnett in the final callouts. In addition, 🇧🇴 Carla Andrea Reyes Vargas continued her strong 2026 form with a third-place finish, adding another podium result to her season.
Furthermore, 🇺🇸 Jane Jones took fourth place with a steady performance, while 🇨🇦 Aisha Mian rounded out the top five in a competitive field. Overall, the division reflected the rising depth and international growth of Fit Model within the IFBB Pro League.
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Saturday, May 16 Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Expo doors open |
| 9:00 a.m. | NPC Pittsburgh Natural Pro Qualifier judging begins |
| After NPC Judging | IFBB Pittsburgh Pro judging for Men’s Open, Wellness, and Men’s Physique |
| 5:00 p.m. | Expo concludes |
| 6:00 p.m. | IFBB Pittsburgh Pro finals for Men’s Open, Men’s Physique, and Wellness |
Saturday IFBB Olympian Meet-and-Greet Schedule
| Time | Athletes |
|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. | Jen Dorie and Natalia Coelho |
| 11:00 a.m. | Eduarda Bezerra and Derek Lunsford |
| 12:00 p.m. | Ryan Terry and Ramon Queiroz |
| 1:00 p.m. | Rayane Fogel and Terrance Ruffin |
| 2:00 p.m. | Mike Sommerfeld and Andrew Jacked |
| 3:00 p.m. | Urs Kalecinski and Samson Dauda |
Sunday, May 17 Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Expo doors open |
| 9:00 a.m. | NPC Pittsburgh Natural Pro Qualifier judging begins |
| 11:30 a.m. | IFBB Pro guest posers on the Main Stage |
| 12:30 p.m. | IFBB Pittsburgh Pro judging for Fit Model, Figure, Bikini, Women’s Physique, and Classic Physique |
| 4:00 p.m. | Expo concludes |
| 5:00 p.m. | IFBB Pittsburgh Pro finals for Fit Model, Figure, Bikini, Women’s Physique, and Classic Physique |
Sunday IFBB Olympian Meet-and-Greet Schedule
| Time | Athletes |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Cydney Gillon and Mike Sommerfeld |
| 10:00 a.m. | Ramon Queiroz and Wesley Vissers |
| 11:00 a.m. | Eduarda Bezerra and Urs Kalecinski |
| 12:00 p.m. | Rayane Fogel and Ryan Terry |
| 1:00 p.m. | Andrew Jacked and Samson Dauda |
| 2:00 p.m. | Jose Manuel Munoz and Derek Lunsford |
How to Watch the 2026 Pittsburgh Pro Livestream
Meanwhile, the official Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival livestream page listed separate Saturday and Sunday livestream packages beginning at 9 a.m. EST.
Additionally, organizers confirmed that replay access remains available until May 31 at 11 p.m. local time.
Furthermore, fans unable to attend in person could still follow the full contest online throughout the weekend.
2026 Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Pro Official Scorecards
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — May 16, 2026
🏆 Men’s Bodybuilding – Open
| # | Name | Country | Judging | Finals | Total | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Michal Krizanek | 🇸🇰 Slovakia | 6 | 6 | 12 | 🥇 1 |
| 5 | Tonio Burton | 🇺🇸 USA | 9 | 9 | 18 | 🥈 2 |
| 7 | Brandon Curry | 🇺🇸 USA | 17 | 16 | 33 | 🥉 3 |
| 10 | Sasan Heirati | 🇬🇧 UK | 18 | 19 | 37 | 4 |
| 1 | Blessing Awodibu | 🇺🇸 USA | 27 | 25 | 52 | 5 |
| 4 | Rafael Brandao | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 28 | 29 | 57 | 6 |
| 2 | Wellington Baptista | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 35 | 35 | 70 | 7 |
| 14 | Christopher Miller | 🇨🇦 Canada | 40 | 40 | 80 | 8 |
| 9 | Ronald Gordon | 🇺🇸 USA | 46 | 49 | 95 | 9 |
| 15 | Patrick Moore | 🇺🇸 USA | 49 | 47 | 96 | 10 |
| 8 | Nathan Epler | 🇺🇸 USA | 55 | 55 | 110 | 11 |
| 11 | Oluwatobi Ishola | 🇺🇸 USA | 61 | 60 | 121 | 12 |
| 13 | Walter Martin | 🇺🇸 USA | 68 | 65 | 133 | 13 |
| 3 | De’von Barnes | 🇺🇸 USA | 69 | 70 | 139 | 14 |
| 6 | Timothy Cline | 🇺🇸 USA | 71 | 71 | 142 | 15 |
🏆 Men’s Physique – Open
| # | Name | Country | Judging | Finals | Total | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Kyron Holden | 🇺🇸 USA | 5 | — | 5 | 🥇 1 |
| 2 | Ali Bilal | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 10 | — | 10 | 🥈 2 |
| 16 | Edvan Palmeira | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 15 | — | 15 | 🥉 3 |
| 1 | Erin Banks | 🇺🇸 USA | 20 | — | 20 | 4 |
| 4 | Vitor Chaves | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 25 | — | 25 | 5 |
| 14 | Francisco Martinez | 🇵🇾 Paraguay | 30 | — | 30 | 6 |
| 13 | Isai Kesek | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 36 | — | 36 | 7 |
| 8 | Juxian He | 🇨🇳 China | 37 | — | 37 | 8 |
| 19 | Vincius Mateus Viera Lima | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 46 | — | 46 | 9 |
| 15 | Jeremiah Maxey | 🇺🇸 USA | 49 | — | 49 | 10 |
| 10 | Dan Ibrahim | 🇺🇸 USA | 55 | — | 55 | 11 |
| 12 | Adams Joseph | 🇺🇸 USA | 60 | — | 60 | 12 |
| 18 | Sheriff Taiwo | 🇺🇸 USA | 67 | — | 67 | 13 |
| 7 | Paul Gustave | 🇫🇷 France | 69 | — | 69 | 14 |
| 3 | Delone Carter | 🇺🇸 USA | 75 | — | 75 | 15 |
| 5 | Caleb Crayton | 🇺🇸 USA | 80 | — | 80 | 16 |
| 11 | Zack Jennings | 🇺🇸 USA | 80 | — | 80 | 16 |
| 17 | Paulo Ricardo Paulo | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 80 | — | 80 | 16 |
| 6 | Philippe Degila | 🇫🇷 France | — | — | — | NS |
🏆 Women’s Wellness – Open
| # | Name | Country | Judging | Finals | Total | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Daniele Mendonca | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 5 | — | 5 | 🥇 1 |
| 8 | Giselle Machado | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 10 | — | 10 | 🥈 2 |
| 16 | Bruna Seredich | 🇺🇸 USA | 15 | — | 15 | 🥉 3 |
| 1 | Hannah Calkins | 🇺🇸 USA | 20 | — | 20 | 4 |
| 4 | Tatiane Farkas | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 26 | — | 26 | 5 |
| 5 | Chery Figueroa Calix | 🇪🇸 Spain | 29 | — | 29 | 6 |
| 7 | Franciely Kawashima Marques | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 35 | — | 35 | 7 |
| 10 | Marbeli Morales Ventura | 🇲🇽 Mexico | 42 | — | 42 | 8 |
| 11 | Juliana Mota | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 43 | — | 43 | 9 |
| 2 | Sandra Colorado Acal | 🇪🇸 Spain | 50 | — | 50 | 10 |
| 3 | Francesca Emanuele | 🇺🇸 USA | 55 | — | 55 | 11 |
| 12 | Laura Mroczek | 🇦🇹 Austria | 64 | — | 64 | 12 |
| 14 | Bruna Ribeiro Braga | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 65 | — | 65 | 13 |
| 13 | Mia Onwuna | 🇬🇧 UK | 68 | — | 68 | 14 |
| 6 | Andrea Hrenko | 🇺🇸 USA | 75 | — | 75 | 15 |
| 15 | Kimberly Sayers | 🇺🇸 USA | 80 | — | 80 | 16 |
| 17 | Pryska Sita | 🇮🇹 Italy | 80 | — | 80 | 16 |
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Overall, the 2026 Pittsburgh Pro delivered one of the strongest early Olympia qualifying events of the season as elite IFBB Pro League competitors battled across eight divisions inside the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Meanwhile, Michal Krizanek earned redemption in Men’s Open after defeating Tonio Burton in their highly anticipated rematch from the New York Pro, while Kyron Holden captured Men’s Physique gold and Daniele Mendonca continued her dominant Wellness season with another victory. Additionally, several divisions still awaited official results at the time of publication, including Classic Physique, Bikini, Figure, Women’s Physique, and Fit Model. Nevertheless, the weekend showcased tremendous international depth, major Olympia implications, and another packed atmosphere during the annual Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival.








