Published 20:23 IST, October 13th 2024
In Pics: Chris Bumstead AKA CBum's Mr Olympia Classic Physique Winning Moments From 2019-2024
As the dust settles on Chris Bumstead’s career, he is the most decorated champion in the history of Mr Olympia with six straight wins to his name.
At Joe Weider's Mr Olympia in Resorts World in Las Vegas, Chris Bumstead or CBum was able to secure his sixth straight win in the Classic Physique category. The Canadian professional bodybuilder defeated Mike Sommerfeld, Urs Kalecinski, Ramon Queiroz and Breon Ansley to secure the win and announced his retirement right after winning.
The category was introduced to the competition in 2016 and CBum has been a force to be reckoned with ever since. While he secured 2nd place in the Classic Physique in 2017 and 2018, he won the title every time thereafter. Chris, who enjoys a following of around 25 million on Instagram, is considered the God of Bodybuilding by many. His sixth and last win in the world-renowned competition is a difficult streak to beat.
Bumstead's career has also seen major ups and downs. As is the case with competitive bodybuilding, CBum has faced injuries and health issues in the lead-up to the competition. However, he braved the odds to become one of the most decorated athletes in the sport.
The announcement of his retirement did not come as a surprise to many. CBum is 30 and with six straight wins under his belt, he remains unmatched. As the dust settles on Bumstead’s career, he is the most decorated Olympia champion in history.
Here's a look at his winning moments from Mr Olympia over the overs, showcasing the changes in his physique and presenting evidence as to why he is unbeatable in the sport.
Updated 20:23 IST, October 13th 2024