The 2026 Arnold Classic (main Men’s Open title) was won by Chinedu Andrew “Jacked” Obiekea.

Quick Scoop: Who Won the Arnold Classic?

For the most recent Arnold Classic in 2026:

  • Men’s Open (main Arnold Classic title) : Chinedu Andrew “Jacked” Obiekea took first place and the overall Arnold Classic Champion title.
  • He also received the Best Posing/Best Poser recognition at the show.
  • Second place went to Nick Walker, with Hadi Choopan in third.

If by “who won the Arnold Classic” you meant another division, here are the 2026 winners across major categories:

  • Classic Physique: Wesley Vissers
  • Men’s Physique: Brandon Hendrickson
  • Bikini: Aimee Delgado
  • Fitness: Michelle Fredua-Mensah

2026 Arnold Classic Champions (Key Divisions)

Here is a quick look at the headline winners for 2026:

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Division Winner
Men’s Open (Arnold Classic) Chinedu Andrew “Jacked” Obiekea
Classic Physique Wesley Vissers
Men’s Physique Brandon Hendrickson
Bikini Aimee Delgado
Fitness Michelle Fredua-Mensah

For 2026, the answer to “who won the Arnold Classic?” in the usual bodybuilding sense (Men’s Open title) is Andrew Jacked (Chinedu Andrew Obiekea).

TL;DR: Chinedu Andrew “Jacked” Obiekea won the 2026 Arnold Classic Men’s Open title; Wesley Vissers won Classic Physique, and there were separate champs for each division.

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