The reigning Mr. Olympia Classic Physique champion Chris Bumstead walked onto the 2022 Mr. Olympia stage earlier today. Bumstead, who was also part of the first callout, entered the arena to cheers from the audience. While the Classic Physique finals are due later tonight, many fans have a clear favorite. 

Besides Bumstead, there were a record-breaking 59 competitors on stage, among whom were the defending champion’s biggest rivals. However, after the pre-judging round, fans believe the competition is likely over. 

Can Chris Bumstead pull off a historic win?

The champion was the last bodybuilder to walk out during the group and individual posing round.  Rivals Ramon Dino, Urs Kalecinski, Breon Ansley, and Terrence Ruffin joined him. However, Dino and Bumstead faced off again in a direct head-to-head comparison.

While a separate callout at the end may indicate that Bumstead and Dino are closely matched, fans have a different opinion. After the Olympia Instagram handle posted pictures of Bumstead, fans gave their verdict. One fan compared Bumstead with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Frank Zane. “Best Body at the Olympia overall!!…Arnold and Zane body in one!!” wrote the fan.

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“It’s already over, 4peat is here,” wrote one fan. “The power of moustache, the king” , wrote another. Others said there was no need for the final round of competition. “Do we need a finals? Lol!”, “So who’s taking 2nd place?” wrote two fans. “Unbeatable.” wrote another.

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What do you think? Has CBum already won the contest or will Ramon upset the reigning champ?