The bodybuilding competition of the year is here. That's right — Mr. Olympia is back for its 60th anniversary and returning to Las Vegas.
Ms. Olympia pre-judging will take place on Friday morning with finals in the evening, and the Mr. Olympia main event is scheduled to start on Saturday night. Bodybuilders from all over the world will be competing for the coveted title this weekend.
MR. OLYMPIA RESULTS: Updated list of winners in 2024
American bodybuilder Derek Lunsford took home the title in 2023, making him the first winner of the competition in two separate divisions (2023 Mr. Olympia and 2021 212 Mr. Olympia). Lunsford swapped places with defending champion Hadi Choopan, who had beaten him out for first place in 2022.
Both Lunsford and Choopan have qualified for the 2024 competition, as well as 2019 champion Brandon Curry. Andrea Shaw will be looking for an incredible five-peat in the Ms. Olympia competition.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2024 competition, including a full schedule and list of participants.
When is Mr. Olympia in 2024?
- Dates: Friday, Oct. 11-Saturday, Oct. 12
This year, Mr. Olympia will be held at Resorts World Las Vegas. The finals for Ms. Olympia and Mr. Olympia will take place on Friday and Saturday, respectively.
Mr. Olympia schedule 2024
| Date | Time (ET) | Event |
| Oct. 11 | 12:30 p.m. | Ms. Olympia pre-judging |
| 9 p.m. | Ms. Olympia finals/Mr. Olympia pre-judging | |
| Oct. 12 | 10 p.m. | Mr. Olympia finals |
Mr. Olympia live stream 2024
- Live stream: Olympia pay-per-view
Mr. Olympia will not be available to watch on a national TV channel. Viewers can live stream the event on OlympiaTV, which provides a pay-per-view package for $74.99.
Who is competing in Mr. and Ms. Olympia?
In order to qualify for events, competitors must meet the requirements set by the IFBB Professional League. Nineteen men qualified for Mr. Olympia, while 15 women qualified for Ms. Olympia.
Lunsford is the defending Mr. Olympia champion and will be looking for his second title this year. Choopan won in 2022 and will be hungry for a championship after placing second last year.
Shaw is competing for a fifth straight Ms. Olympia title.
Mr. Olympia qualifiers 2024
| Name | Country |
| Derek Lunsford | USA |
| Hadi Choopan | Iran |
| Samson Dauda | UK |
| Theo Leguerrier | France |
| Rafael Brandao | Brazil |
| Martin Fitzwater | USA |
| Nicholas Walker | USA |
| Tonio Burton | 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 |
| Chinedu Andrew Obiekea | UAE |
| Hunter Labrada | USA |
| Bruno Santos | Brazil |
Ms. Olympia qualifiers 2024
| Name | Country |
| Andrea Shaw | USA |
| Angela Yeo | USA |
| Alcione Santos Barreto | Brazil |
| Leyvina Rodrigues Barros | Brazil |
| Theresa Ivancik | USA |
| Julia Whitesel | USA |
| Ashley Lynette Jones | USA |
| Ava Melillo | USA |
| Nadia Capotosto | Italy |
| Helle Trevino | USA |
| Anastasia Leonova | Russia |
| Michaela Aycock | USA |
| Sherry Priami | USA |
| Kristina Mendoza | USA |
| Alida Opre | Hungary |
What are the other events held during Mr. Olympia weekend?
There are a few other events beyond the typical Mr. and Ms. Olympia contests.
The other events for men are 212 Olympia, Men's Physique Olympia, Classic Physique Olympia and Wheelchair Olympia.
The other events for women are Figure Olympia, Fitness Olympia, Bikini Olympia, Women's Physique Olympia, Wellness Olympia and Wheelchair Olympia.
Mr. Olympia prize money 2024
The total purse has not yet been announced, but it is expected to break last year's record of $1.6 million.
The money will be split between the top finishers. In 2023, Lunsford took home $400,000, while the second- and third-place finishers earned $150,000 and $100,000, respectively.
Mr. Olympia winners list
Here is a list of the Mr. Olympia winners since 2000:
| Year | Name |
| 2023 | Derek Lunsford |
| 2022 | Hadi Choopan |
| 2021 | Mamdouh Elssbiay |
| 2020 | Mamdouh Elssbiay |
| 2019 | Brandon Curry |
| 2018 | Shawn Rhoden |
| 2017 | Phil Heath |
| 2016 | Phil Heath |
| 2015 | Phil Heath |
| 2014 | Phil Heath |
| 2013 | Phil Heath |
| 2012 | Phil Heath |
| 2011 | Phil Heath |
| 2010 | Jay Cutler |
| 2009 | Jay Cutler |
| 2008 | Dexter Jackson |
| 2007 | Jay Cutler |
| 2006 | Jay Cutler |
| 2005 | Ronnie Coleman |
| 2004 | Ronnie Coleman |
| 2003 | Ronnie Coleman |
| 2002 | Ronnie Coleman |
| 2001 | Ronnie Coleman |
| 2000 | Ronnie Coleman |
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