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“No Controversy Here”: Hadi Choopan Fans Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Persian Wolf Wins Arnold Classic 2024

Published 03/03/2024, 3:03 AM EST

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Hadi Choopan‘s victory at the Arnold Classic 2024 has sent waves of excitement through the bodybuilding world. Making his Arnold Classic debut, Choopan’s win came as a relief to his dedicated fan base, who had been eagerly anticipating his success following his loss at the Mr. Olympia 2023.

The competition was fierce, with Choopan facing off against the defending champion Samson Dauda. While Dauda showcased impressive muscle gains. Choopan’s exceptional conditioning set him apart from the rest of the competitors, boasting a level of definition and midsection perfection that left judges and fans alike in awe. After Choopan’s victory, Bis and Tris shared the winning pictures on their Instagram page.

 

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In his triumphant speech, with coach Hany ‘Pro Creator’ Rambod translating, Choopan expressed gratitude to the audience, the organization, the Arnold Classic, and his family. Not forgetting his mentor, Rambod, Choopan donned his medal, sharing a heartfelt hug with his coach.

With Choopan’s win, it is evident that bodybuilding is about more than just sheer size; it requires a delicate balance of muscle mass and aesthetic appeal. His win highlighted the evolving dynamics of the sport, emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded approach to competition. Choopan not only clinched the Arnold Classic trophy but also walked away with the prestigious Franco Columbu Most Muscular Award and bagged an extra $10,000. Meanwhile, Dauda’s impressive posing skills earned him the title of Best Poser.

Evidently, Choopan’s fans flooded social media with expressions of joy and support, celebrating their favorite athlete’s well-deserved victory. As Choopan basks in the glory of his triumph, his fans can’t help but feel a sense of pride and satisfaction.

Well-deserved victory and brilliant battle says fans of Hadi Choopan

Some fans did in fact breathe a sigh of relief owing to how the Arnold Classic victory was devoid of controversy. This follows Choopan’s storming off from the Mr. Olympia stage after Derek Lunsford was deemed worthy of the Sandow trophy. “No controversy here, looked much sharper both days. Too far ahead for Samson’s structure to catch up, even at Arnold,” wrote one fan.

Others cheered for their favorite by saying, “That’s a well-deserved victory Brilliant battle between him and Samson. Hadi came in with a chip on his shoulder and proved himself. Congratulations Champ and kudos to everyone for putting up one hell of a show.”

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Another fan noted how Choopan did not have it easy as the event came to the wire, “Well earned, well deserved. It was so close but Hadi had it.” And “Best Hadi we’ve seen,” they wrote. One fan remarked how the judges had definitely chosen the right winner and wrote, “They got it right. Samson was great, but Hadi is well deserved.”
One fan brought attention to the fact that many had taken Choopan lightly during the buildup to the event, which had many predicting Dauda’s victory. The fan also drew attention to the fact that one should not have ignored the fact that it was The Pro Creator who was Choopan’s coach. “On the way to the Arnold the media and the fans forgot about two key things. Who Hadi is. Who Hany Rambod is Hany the GOAT of bodybuilding coaching does not MISS. And Hadi is simply AWESOME,” they wrote.

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Amidst the praise, one fan admitted, “I hadn’t had the best opinion of Hadi following his actions at last year’s Olympia, but this was a runaway victory. He was shredded, full, and absolutely dominated. Congrats to everyone.”

As Choopan adorns the title of 2024 Arnold Classic champion, this, in fact, raises the stakes for the upcoming Mr. Olympia as well. Bodybuilding fans will sure be excited to see Lunsford, Choopan, and Dauda on the stage again. Who do you think will triumph there? Let us know in the comments below.

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Arpita Shrivastava

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Arpita Shrivastava is a bodybuilding writer at EssentiallySports who specializes in tracking the lifestyles of bodybuilders. A master’s degree holder in Mass Communication, Arpita is a frequent contributor to coverage about her idols Ronnie Coleman and Jay Cutler. She likes going behind the scenes to understand the nitty-gritty of building a shredded physique.
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Abhishek Manikandan