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Where to watch Mr Olympia 2024: Schedule for men’s, classic physique and bikini olympia finals

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Where to watch Mr Olympia 2024: Schedule for men's, classic physique and bikini olympia finals

The highly anticipated 60th edition of the Mr. Olympia competition is scheduled to take center stage during the 2024 Olympia weekend in Las Vegas, NV. Known as the pinnacle of professional bodybuilding, the event will span two nights, beginning with the pre-judging rounds on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, and culminating with the finals on Saturday, Oct. 12, when the new Mr. Olympia will be crowned.....Read Full Article>>

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Originally, 19 elite competitors qualified for the 2024 event. However, Tonio Burton, a rising star and strong contender, has opted not to participate, narrowing the field to 18 athletes. Despite his absence, the competition remains fierce, with bodybuilders vying for not only the title of Mr. Olympia but also the impressive $400,000 cash prize— the largest payout in bodybuilding this year. Fans and experts alike are eager to see which athlete will rise to the top and etch their name into the sport’s storied history.
How to Watch 2024 Mr. Olympia Official PPV Anywhere (Low Cost)

Fans who are unable to attend the event in person can still catch all the action through a pay-per-view livestream. The livestream will offer comprehensive coverage of both the professional and amateur competitions, ensuring viewers don’t miss any of the excitement across the event’s two-day schedule.

Details on how to access the livestream, including pricing and streaming options, will be available on the official Olympia website, allowing fans to enjoy the experience from the comfort of their homes, no matter where they are.

2024 Mr. Olympia Qualifying

According to IFBB Pro League rules, former Mr. Olympia champions have lifetime eligibility to compete, though after five years, they need permission from IFBB President Jim Manion.

The top three finishers from the previous Mr. Olympia automatically qualify for the next year, while others must win a pro show within the qualification season, which ended on Sept. 15, 2024. No special invitations are expected this year.

2024 Mr. Olympia Competitors

Here are the athletes, listed by their qualification order:

Derek Lunsford (USA) – Defending Champion
Hadi Choopan (Iran)
Samson Dauda (UK)
Theo Leguerrier (France)
Rafael Brandao (Brazil)
Martin Fitzwater (USA)
Nicholas Walker (USA)
Akim Williams (USA)
Brandon Curry (USA)
William Bonac (Netherlands)
Behrooz Tabani (Iran)
Nathan De Asha (UK)
John Jewett (USA)
Mohamed Foda (Egypt)
Jonathan Delarosa (USA)
Andrew Jacked (UAE)
Hunter Labrada (USA)
Bruno Santos (Brazil)

Past Olympia Champions

This year’s lineup includes three previous winners: 2023 champion Derek Lunsford, 2022 titleholder Hadi Choopan, and 2019 victor Brandon Curry, who remains eligible under a five-year rule. Notably, 2020 and 2021 winner Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay will not compete this year.

The last time three former champions shared the Mr. Olympia stage was in 2020, when Curry, seven-time champion Phil Heath, and 2008 winner Dexter Jackson competed. That year, Elssbiay won his first title.

As 2023’s finalists, Lunsford and Choopan are widely considered top contenders, while Choopan and Curry are both aiming to regain the title, a feat only Jay Cutler accomplished in 2009.

Though some experts doubt Curry’s chances of a high placing in 2024, especially after a fourth-place finish in 2023 following hospitalization, he’s still a factor.

Mr. Olympia Top Contenders

Outside of the past champions, a few athletes stand out as major threats for the title. Samson Dauda, who placed third at the 2023 Mr. Olympia, finished second behind Choopan at both the 2024 Arnold Classic and Arnold Classic UK. While Dauda’s size is impressive, Choopan and Lunsford have historically outmatched him in conditioning.

Nick Walker is another strong contender. Though he missed the 2023 Olympia due to a hamstring injury, he has a history of defeating both Dauda and Curry. After winning the 2024 New York Pro, Walker feels confident about his chances in Las Vegas, even going so far as to practice his victory speech. His conditioning could rival Choopan and Lunsford.

Andrew Jacked and Hunter Labrada have also been top-five finishers in the past. Both athletes qualified for 2024 late in the season, and if they bring their best, they could be contenders for the first callouts during pre-judging.

Mr. Olympia Dark Horses

The remaining spots in the top ten are wide open, with several athletes capable of making it into the top six if any favorites falter. Martin Fitzwater, making his Olympia debut, is one to watch, as cited by four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler.

Nathan De Asha, who hasn’t been on the Olympia stage since 2018, has been successful in other competitions but has faced injuries and travel issues. If he competes, he’s likely to be a top-10 contender.

Veteran bodybuilder William Bonac, a two-time Arnold Classic winner and 2019 Mr. Olympia runner-up, is still going strong after a decade of competing at the Olympia.

2024 Olympia Schedule

Locations & times subject to change

Monday, 10/7/2024

Amateur Olympia Athlete Registration
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (Primrose Meeting Room)
Time: 4:00 PM

Tuesday, 10/8/2024

Amateur Olympia – Women’s Judging
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time: 8:00 AM

Amateur Olympia – Women’s Finals
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time: TBD

Wednesday, 10/9/2024

Amateur Olympia – Men’s Judging
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time: 8:00 AM

Amateur Olympia – Men’s Finals
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time: TBD

Thursday, 10/10/2024

Olympia Press Conference (Presented by WOLFpak)
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time: 12:00 PM
(11:30 AM – VIP Entry
11:45 AM – General Public Entry)

Meet the Olympians (Presented by BSN)
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time:
7:00 PM – VIP Entry
8:00 PM – General Public Entry

Friday, 10/11/2024

Olympia World Fitness Expo
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center (South Hall, Floors 1 & 2)
Time:
8:00 AM – VIP Entry
9:00 AM – General Public Entry

Olympia Pre-Judging
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
Time: 9:30 AM
Fitness Olympia
212 Olympia
Figure Olympia
Women’s Physique Olympia
Ms. Olympia
Wellness Olympia

Olympia VIP Behind-the-Scenes Theater Tour
Location: Resorts World Theatre (Outside Main Doors)
Time: 3:00 PM sharp
(Gold VIP & Silver VIP Plus Only)

Olympia Friday Finals
Location: Resorts World Theatre
Time: 6:00 PM
212 Olympia
Fitness Olympia
Figure Olympia
Women’s Physique Olympia
Ms. Olympia
Wellness Olympia
Plus Mr. Olympia Pre-Judging

Saturday, 10/12/2024

Olympia World Fitness Expo
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center (South Hall, Floors 1 & 2)
Time:
8:00 AM – VIP Entry
9:00 AM – General Public Entry

Olympia Pre-Judging
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
Time: 9:30 AM
Classic Physique Olympia
Men’s Physique Olympia
Bikini Olympia
Wheelchair Olympia Pre-Judging & Finals

Official Olympia Watch Party (Presented by BodyDream)
Location: Resorts World (Zouk Nightclub)
Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM

Olympia Saturday Finals
Location: Resorts World Theatre
Time: 7:00 PM
Mr. Olympia
Men’s Physique Olympia
Bikini Olympia
Classic Physique Olympia

Olympia VIP Rooftop After Party (Presented by ESN)
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas Rooftop
Time: 11:00 PM (VIPs Only)

Sunday, 10/13/2024
Olympia Champions Seminar
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas (The Olympia Pavilion)
Time: 11:00 AM

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It was gathered that Barka allegedly struck Dali, causing him to fall unconscious. He was later confirmed d3ad at the hospital.

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At a magistrates’ court in Yola, the prosecuting officer, ASP Francis Audu, recounted the events, explaining that Dali tried to separate the two fighters but was dealt a fatal blow by Barka.

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Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, on Wednesday accused the World Bank of complexity in the hardship affecting Nigerians.....Read Full Article>>

Sani said the World Bank wants the hardship in Nigeria to extend for another 15 years before reaching the promised land.

Posting on X, the former lawmaker wrote: “The World Bank wants the hardship to extend to the next fifteen years before we can reach the promise land. I don’t know how many people will be remaining at that time to enjoy the fruits of the WB in its promise land. The question is How many African countries have the World Bank taken to the promise land?” [sic].

Sani’s remark comes when World Bank said the Nigerian Naira is among the worst-performing currencies in sub-Sahara Africa at the end of August 2024.

World Bank disclosed this in its latest edition of Africa’s Pulse report.

Report showed that the Naira is at par with the Ethiopian Birr, and South Sudanese Pound in terms of decline in the region.

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Taiwo Oyedele, the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms has said that the federal government has proposed that personal income for rich people will increase to 25 percent from 2025.....Read Full Article>>

Oyedele disclosed this in its remarks at the 30th Nigeria Economic Summit.

According to him, the new tax policy contained in the Economic Stabilization Bill currently at the National Assembly
will see wealthy Nigerians earning above N1.5 million pay more taxes in the coming months.

Citing a survey by NEGS, he said only 17 percent of Nigerians and 30 percent of businesses pay taxes because of a lack of trust in the Nigerian government.

He stressed that the country is working to close its about 70-75 percent tax gap to double its revenue by four times.

“The rich people earning N1.5 million above will see their personal income tax rise by up to 25 percent.

“Only 17 percent of Nigerians pay taxes, as well as 30 percent of businesses and one of the reasons is because they don’t trust the government.

“Therefore, what we want to do is to have a National portal just like South Africa where tax payment is seamless and transparent because our current tax gap is about 70-75 percent but if we correct that and everyone pays, our revenues will be 4 times.

“Another issue is policy gaps where we grant unnecessary waivers to some people who don’t even deserve it. But the main issue remains compliance issue”, he said.

Recall that in the first week of October 2024, Oyedele announced that the Deduction of Tax at Source (Withholding) Regulations, 2024, has been published in the official gazette.

Earlier in September this year, the Federal Executive Council approved the Economic Stabilisation Bills as proposed by Oyedele’s committee, aimed at 15 tax, fiscal, and establishment laws in Nigeria.