The 2024 Taiwan Pro Finale took place December 20-22 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan with competitors from the Men’s 212 Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Men’s Physique, and Bikini divisions battling for cash prizes and Olympia qualifications.
As it stands, athletes have till September 14, 2025, to clinch their qualifications for the 2025 Mr. Olympia, which is considered the biggest event of the bodybuilding season. The night produced some memorable moments on stage.
The IFBB Pro League schedule has been announced, which gives athletes the opportunity to map out their next shows as well as how they plan to approach the intense preparation and diet needed to stand out at these bodybuilding events.
Find the official results below:
2024 Taiwan Pro Finale Winners
- Men’s 212 Bodybuilding: Ching Chieh Lin
- Classic Physique: Yu Bin Chen
- Men’s Physique: Yoon Sung Lee
- Bikini: Dahye Jeon
2024 Taiwan Pro Finale Official Results
Men’s 212 Bodybuilding
In this early qualifier for the 2025 Olympia, 212 standout Chieng Chieh Lin got the attention of the judges through prejudging with exceptional muscularity and a balanced lower body. He last competed at the 2022 Thailand Pro in third place and was eager to improve upon that performance at this event.
Meanwhile, Aphichai Wandee presented a stellar look complete with symmetry and an impressive posterior chain. Last testing himself at the 2024 Japan Pro in third place, he was determined to make a statement over the course of the event. In the end, Ching Chieh Lin won gold, Aphichai Wandee took silver, and Geonwoo Kim finished with bronze.
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- Winner — Ching Chieh Lin
- Second Place — Aphichai Wandee
- Third Place — Geonwoo Kim
- Fourth Place — Nam Eun Cho
- Fifth Place — Abolfazl Mashayekhi
- Sixth Place — Young Gyu Kim
- Seventh Place — Hill Chou
- Eighth Place — Ray Chao
- Ninth Place — Jamie Do Rego
Classic Physique
Yu Bin Chen was one to look out for from the moment judging kicked off in Classic Physique. His streamlined physique combined with dry conditioning certainly spelled trouble for the rest of the lineup, especially after his performance at the 2024 New Zealand Pro where he secured second place.
In Chen’s way was Yukihiro Yuasa, an established Classic Physique talent. He brought great lines, shape, and symmetry to the table, impressing judges throughout the whole show. He took sixth place in his last outing at the 2024 Tokyo Pro Supershow. After a close contest, Yu Bin Chen picked up the big win. Yukihiro Yuasa and Jason Huang finished runner-up and third.
- Winner — Yu Bin Chen
- Second Place — Yukihiro Yuasa
- Third Place — Jason Huang
- Fourth Place — Lihsuan Liu
- Fifth Place — Jun Lang Han
- Sixth Place — Benjamin Broughton
- Seventh Place — Kherlen Batbayar
- Eighth Place — Brian Au
- Ninth Place — Wei Chieh Huang
- Tenth Place — Wu Harry
Men’s Physique
In Men’s Physique, Yoon Sung Lee gathered momentum quickly. And it wasn’t just because of his impressive upper body. He managed to blow the judges away with his stage presence, and most notably, his powerful quarter turns, which allowed officials to see the details in his abdomen clearly. He earned a dominant win at the recent 2024 World of Monsterzym Pro in his last appearance.
Farouq Ishimoto was another Men’s Physique threat who impressed during prejudging. He brought an aesthetic look and vibrant energy to the stage. He last tested himself competing at the 2024 Huanjii China Pro in third place. This time out, Yoon Sung Lee won gold. Farouq Ishimoto and Rui Liu left with second and third-place honors.
- Winner — Yoon Sung Lee
- Second Place — Farouq Ishimoto
- Third Place — Rui Liu
- Fourth Place — Gymray Yu
- Fifth Place — Chien Hsin Chen
- Sixth Place — Ming Chieh Tsai
- Seventh Place — Jackson Peos
- Eighth Place — Nur Irfan Bin Ahmad
- Ninth Place — Zihao Wei
- Tenth Place — Jimmy Chen
Bikini
Bikini Pros stormed the stage looking to take home an Olympia qualification. Dahye Jeon was immediately in title contention as she brought impressive hourglass shape and aesthetics. She last put her skills to the test at the 2023 Korea AGP Pro where she won without much resistance.
Miharu Kurachi was another determined Pro looking to take home the gold trophy. She showcased soft conditioning, slightly capped shoulders, and masterful posing. Having last competed at the 2024 Japan Pro in seventh place, this event was a chance to display her latest improvements. Ultimately, Dahye Jeon took first place. Miharu Kurachi and Yuhsuan Fu finished in second and third place.
- Winner — Dahye Jeon
- Second Place — Miharu Kurachi
- Third Place — Yuhsuan Fu
- Fourth Place — Maiko Otsuka
- Fifth Place — Jamie Wu
- Sixth Place — Amanda Lee
- Seventh Place — Asaka Kimura
- Eighth Place — Baek Minhee
- Ninth Place — Shelly Hsieh
- Tenth Place — Josephine Yeong
That wraps up the action in Taiwan. Our team at Fitness Volt congratulates the winners!