Prague Pro 2024: Bumstead’s Highly Anticipated Men’s Open Debut
On November 16-17, 2024, the Prague Pro, an annual fixture on the IFBB Pro League calendar, will take place in the Czech Republic’s capital. This year’s event has garnered exceptional attention as it marks the long-awaited Men’s Open debut of six-time Classic Physique Olympia champion, Chris Bumstead.
After retiring from the Classic Physique division following his sixth Olympia victory, Bumstead will make his final on-stage appearance in the Men’s Open category, a move that many fans have eagerly anticipated. The Canadian bodybuilding icon will be joined by a stacked lineup of 19 other IFBB Pro League competitors, including 2024 Mr. Olympia fourth-place finisher Martin Fitzwater and two-time 212 Olympia Champion Shaun Clarida.
The full lineups for all seven featured divisions have been announced, with athletes listed in alphabetical order. In the Men’s Open division, the roster includes standouts such as Sam Ashour, Roman Begass, Chris Bumstead, Shaun Clarida, and Martin Fitzwater.
The 212 Bodybuilding and Classic Physique divisions will also feature high-caliber competitors, including Ahmad Ashkanani, Florin Dogaru, and Tomas Tabaciar in 212 Bodybuilding, as well as Mohamad Al Baghdadi, Lukasz Kuziak, and Avraam Kyriacou in Classic Physique.
The Women’s Physique, Bikini, and Figure divisions promise an equally thrilling competition, with renowned athletes like Carina Brill, Grace Diliso, Agata Jowik, Claudia Clemente, and Aneta Szoltysek set to take the stage.
“This highly anticipated event will undoubtedly captivate strongman enthusiasts, as the presence of Chris Bumstead in the Men’s Open lineup, along with other top contenders, ensures a fiercely competitive and electrifying showdown.”
The 2024 Prague Pro finals will be broadcast live on a pay-per-view basis, with the stream costing 14.90 Euros ($15.76 USD) and available for purchase on the promoter’s website.
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