Who’s Competing at the 2025 Masters Olympia? Full Qualified Athlete List

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The 2025 Masters Olympia returns with a powerful message—age is no limit when it comes to elite-level physique and discipline. Set against the dynamic backdrop of Tokyo, Japan, this celebrated event is scheduled for August 9–10, 2025, and promises an unforgettable showcase of strength, symmetry, and seasoned muscle maturity.

This edition of the IFBB Masters Olympia 2025 will once again spotlight athletes over 40 who have maintained and even enhanced their competitive form long past the typical prime. In a sport where longevity and consistency matter as much as youth and explosiveness, the Tokyo stage will crown champions across five core divisions.

Event Overview​

The 2025 Masters Olympia will take place on August 9-10 in Tokyo, Japan. This much-awaited event will feature the top professional bodybuilders aged 40 and above, competing in five major divisions: Men’s Open Bodybuilding, Men’s 212 Division, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Women’s Bodybuilding.



Athletes have earned their spots through a combination of high-level placements and competitive credentials. The qualification process includes finishing in the top five at the 2023 Masters Olympia, securing victories at IFBB Masters Pro events held between August 28, 2023, and August 17, 2025, or receiving invitations based on age, career accomplishments, and past competition history.

As the only global stage honoring the legacy and ongoing excellence of veteran competitors, the Masters Olympia Tokyo 2025 will showcase some of the sport's most respected and enduring athletes.

Men’s Open Bodybuilding – Qualified Athletes​

The headliner division of the show, Men’s Open Bodybuilding, will once again showcase mass and proportion that they have perfected over years of training. Leading the group is Kamal Elgargni, a seasoned icon and former 212 Olympia champion, stepping up for another showdown.



Qualified athletes include:

• Kamal Elgargni
• Maxx Charles
• Phil Clahar
• Fred Smalls
• Kenneth Jackson
• Brian Garrison
• Christopher Sullivan
• Slavoj Bednar
• Brandon Rashod Hatton
• Michael Ely
• Hernan Tabaracci
• Dorian Haywood
• Ray Short
• Vladimir Agrinsky

Additional confirmed athletes:
Alexander Besedin, Daniel Korman, Jung Soo Park, Logan Robson, Marcelo Pedro da Cruz, Mariusz Tomczuk, Odilon Batista, Todd Whitting, Walter Martin, Young Beom Kim

Men’s 212 Division – Qualified Athletes​

This division rewards density and conditioning. Among the most anticipated returns is Hidetada Yamagishi, one of Japan’s most celebrated pros and a fan favorite. The 212 lineup is brimming with veteran names and consistent performers.



Qualified athletes include:

• Hidetada Yamagishi
• David Henry
• Anwar Al Balushi
• Ahmed Fawzi
• Jonni Shreve
• Brian Garrison
• Douglas Connor
• Ricardo Bertoloto
• Vinny Galanti

Additional confirmed athletes:
Derik Farnsworth, Jeff Williamson, Katsutoshi Matsusaka, Kim Junho, Kyung Hoon Bae, Lee Powell, Mark Smith, Miguel Angel Lopez Blanco, Phillip Chiero, Samir Troudi, Shane Stewart, Shoichi Hirokawa, Steve Thayer, Tomáš Tabačiar, Toto Djong

Classic Physique – Qualified Athletes​

The Classic Physique Masters lineup combines old-school structure with aesthetic refinement. Veterans who embody the timeless ideal of bodybuilding symmetry will battle for gold.

Qualified athletes include:

• Alejandro Cambronero
• Kelvin Hinde
• Ross Caesar
• Luis Garcia Martinez
• Thomas Connelly
• Yosef Karimyan
• Richy Chan
• Brian Garrison
• Mehmed Mehmedov
• Armando Aman
• Phil Zuniga
• Brad Killion
• Angel Bajana
• Jason Theobold
• Daniel Hughes
• Aldo Masolo
• Brandon Williams
• Jose Invernizzi
• Abdullah Al-Sairafi
• Chris Barnes
• Terrence Teo
• Fabio Lopes
• Brent Bumgarner
• Joshua Egli

Additional confirmed athletes:

Ali Emre, Han Jun Lang, Jun Choi, Kei Furukoshi, Michel Pérez, Rogério Felizardo, Shinichiro Kodama, Yukihiro Yuasa

Men’s Physique – Qualified Athletes​

This division emphasizes upper-body aesthetics, stage presence, and flow. The Men’s Physique field is highly competitive, with a mix of charismatic veterans and high-level amateurs turned pros.

Qualified athletes include:

• Arya Saffaie
• Sharif Reid
• Dajuan Freeman
• Myron Griffin
• Andrea Mosti
• Kevin Johnson
• Da’Marchitzy White
• Ron Riley
• Manny Andara
• Alessio Foschi
• Aundre Benson
• Eric Neal
• Michael Ferguson
• Damar Turner
• Anthony Sullivan
• Everett Davis
• Ro Woon Lee
• Alex Woodson
• Reginald Williams

Women’s Bodybuilding – Qualified Athletes​

The resurgence of women’s masters bodybuilding has been one of the standout evolutions in recent years. The event organizers anticipate several athletes from the 2023 Top 5 and recent Masters Pro wins will return, though they will confirm the final competitor list closer to the event. This division highlights the strength, conditioning, and legacy of female competitors over 40 who continue to set new standards.

Frequently Asked Questions​

What are the age requirements for the Master's Olympia?

Athletes must be 40 years or older to qualify for the Masters Olympia divisions.

How are athletes selected for the event?

Athletes qualify by placing in the Top 5 of the 2023 Masters Olympia, winning IFBB Masters Pro (40+) events, or being selected based on age, experience, and competitive history.

Is there a women’s division in the 2025 Masters Olympia?

Yes, Women’s Bodybuilding is a featured division, and qualified athletes will be officially confirmed as the event nears.