Phil Heath’s name is etched in history as one of IFBB’s all-time greatest athletes. In a few days’ time, the bodybuilder, often nicknamed The Gift is all set to fly to Vegas this weekend at the onset of this year’s Mr. Olympia.

Heath is regarded as a bodybuilding legend with his 7 consecutive Mr. Olympia winner titles from 2011 to 2017. He is expected at the 2022 edition of the competition as a host. The 42-year-old strength athlete took to his Twitter to announce to his 349.5K followers that he will be hosting the Live pay-per-view for Olympia TV.

Phil Heath is coming back to Mr. Olympia

After reigning the Mr. Olympia stage for over seven years and giving the sport one of its most iconic rivalries along with Kai Greene, Phil Jerrod Heath has become one of bodybuilding’s globally renowned superstars.

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The Seattle-born American athlete is set to return to the prestigious stage to lend his wisdom and insights on the sport from behind the microphone. 

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Additionally, the IFBB professional wrote in a Twitter post dated December 12, “Cannot wait to get to Vegas for this weekend’s Mr Olympia contest where I’ll be hosting the live PPV, available at olympiaproductions.com”

Phil Heath’s fans are elated to have him back at the event

The fans commented on Phil Heath’s return by stating their own favorites for this season and asking for his opinion. One fan wrote, “Can’t wait for it honestly, one of the craziest lineups in a long time.”

Others were more sentimental as they wrote, “Hope to see you there man! My son would love to meet the guy who signed a photo for him years ago.”

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During his debut in 2008, Phil Heath became the first novice ever to stand in the top three since Flex Wheeler in 1993. Ever since, Phil’s presence at the Mr. Olympia stage has been a driving force for the competitive spirit of the sport. He first rose to the championship position in 2011 and defended his crown six consecutive times. Afterward, he lost to Shawn Rhoden. This time in Vegas, Phil Heath is coming back to share his professional insight with the television audience.