The Arnold Classic 2023, the second-most renowned bodybuilding event, will start on March 2, 2023, know the schedule and dates
The event is held in Columbus, Ohio, and will go until March 5.
Arnold Classic 2023 bodybuilding schedule, physique and open dates, time, lineup, prize money, live stream telecast
Schedule
Below is the schedule of events taking place over the weekend in Columbus, OH:
Thursday, March 2
- Arnold Amateur, from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Battelle Grand
- USA Weightlifting, from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m., Columbus Convention Center
- IFBB Pro League Meet & Greet, from 7 – 9 p.m., Hilton Columbus Downtown
Friday, March 3
- Arnold Amateur, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Battelle Grand
- USA Powerlifting, from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — C-Pod
- USA Weightlifting, from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — Union Station Ballroom
- Arnold Expo, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center
- Arnold Strongman Classic, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center
- Arnold Strongwoman Classic, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center
- Classic Physique Prejudging, from 12:30 – 2 p.m., Arnold Expo Stage
- Fitness International Prejudging, from 12:30 – 2 p.m., Arnold Expo Stage
- Wellness International Prejudging, from 12:30 – 2 p.m., Arnold Expo Stage
- Wellness International Finals, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., Battelle Grand
- Fitness International Finals, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., Battelle Grand
- Arnold Classic Prejudging, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., Battelle Grand
- Classic Physique Finals, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., Battelle Grand
- USA Powerlifting, from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — C-Pod
- USA Weightlifting, from 8 a.m. – 8p.m., Columbus Convention Center — Union Station Ballroom
- Arnold Expo, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center
- Pro Wheelchair Prejudging & Finals, from 10 – 11 a.m. Arnold Expo Stage
- Arnold Strongman Classic, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — Strongman Area
- Arnold Strongwoman Classic, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — Strongman Area
- Men’s Physique Prejudging, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Arnold Expo Stage
- Bikini International Prejudging, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Arnold Expo Stage
- Men’s Physique Finals, from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m., Battelle Grand
- Arnold Classic Finals, from 7 – 10 p.m., Battelle Grand
- Bikini International Finals, from 7 – 10 p.m., Battelle Grand
Sunday, March 5
- USA Powerlifting, from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — C-Pod
- USA Weightlifting, from 8 a.m. – 8p.m., Columbus Convention Center — Union Station Ballroom
- Arnold Expo, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Columbus Convention Center
- Rogue Record Breakers, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Columbus Convention Center — Strongman Area
Arnold Classic 2023 Competitors, favourites, and more
The prize money was increased for the AC this year, which also attracted some bodybuilders to the event. $300,000 would be awarded to the victor of the men’s open division. The prize is an increase of 50% from Brandon Curry’s $200,000 award in 2022.
Those who wish to watch all the action in Columbus can do so via pay-per-view stream, courtesy of Fanmio and the pay-per-view and tickets can be ordered at the Arnold Sports Festival website.
Who Will Participate In The 2023 Arnold Classic?
When Nick Walker, Big Ramy, and Andrew Jacked jumbled into the competition as a result of a prize pool boost, the Men’s Open division appeared star-shredded.
The complete roster of contestants for the 2023 Arnold Classic is as follows:
Men’s Open Category
- William Bonac
- Shaun Clarida
- Samson Dauda
- Kamal Elgargni
- Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay
- Chinedu Andrew Obiekea
- Patrick Moore
- Justin Rodriguez
- Nick Walker
- Akim Williams
Prize Money At The 2023 Arnold Classic
The prize pool for the Arnold Classic has significantly increased over the past few years. Even this year, compared to last year’s competition, the prize money was up by roughly 50%.
There will be seven different divisions at the 2023 Arnold Classic for various bodybuilder types. The winner of the Men’s Open division will get the largest award. This is a list of every reward that will be awarded following the competition:
- Men’s Open Category – $300,000
- Classic Physique – $60,000
- Fitness International – $25,000
- Men’s Physique – $10,000
- Bikini International – $10,000
- Wellness International – $7,000
- Men’s Pro Wheelchair – $4,000
Who Is The Early Favourite To Win The 2023 Arnold Classic?
Some contestants appear to have won, according to a variety of experts and veterans. Dennis James, Chris Cormier, Johnnie Jackson, and Milos Sarcev explored who would win the top prize at the 2023 Arnold Classic on an episode of The Menace Podcast.
The majority of analysts predict that Nick Walker and Big Ramy will win the contest handily. Some experts, however, believe that Samson Dauda and Andrew Jacked can change the situation if they perform better on the last day.
Who’s into their bodybuilding?
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— Lewis – Health/ Lifestyle Optimization (@lewiscook98) March 4, 2023