Nigerian professional bodybuilder Andrew Jacked has been crowned champion of the Arnold Classic after delivering a dominant performance in the 2026 edition of the prestigious bodybuilding competition.

The event, held as part of the annual Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio, saw the Nigerian star outshine a strong lineup of international competitors to secure the Men’s Open title.

With the victory, Andrew Jacked was awarded a grand prize of $750,000, one of the largest payouts in professional bodybuilding history.

The win marks a major milestone in the athlete’s career and further strengthens his reputation as one of the fastest-rising stars in global bodybuilding.

His impressive physique, symmetry, and stage presence were widely praised by judges throughout the competition.

The Arnold Classic is regarded as one of the most prestigious bodybuilding competitions in the world, second only to the Mr. Olympia contest.