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Nigerian body builder Chinedu wins 2026 Arnold Classic and takes home $750,000 prize (photos/video)

 

A Nigerian born bodybuilder Chinedu Andrew Obiekea, popularly known as Andrew Jacked, has won the 2026 Arnold Classic Men’s Open title.

Andrew Jacked emerged champion at the 38th edition of the prestigious bodybuilding competition, after a closely contested final round.

The 38 year old athlete received $750,000 prize, along with an additional 10,000 dollars for the Ed Corney Best Poser Award.

Nigerian body builder Chinedu wins 2026 Arnold Classic and takes home $750,000 prize (photos/video)
Nigerian body builder Chinedu wins 2026 Arnold Classic and takes home $750,000 prize (photos/video)

The award was presented by bodybuilding legend and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who commended Jacked’s presentation, physique balance, and stage performance.

Nigerian body builder Chinedu wins 2026 Arnold Classic and takes home $750,000 prize (photos/video)
Nigerian body builder Chinedu wins 2026 Arnold Classic and takes home $750,000 prize (photos/video)

See video below.
 

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