The 2024 Tampa Pro finished up in Tampa, Florida, (August 2-3). It featured 10 bodybuilding divisions and was headlined by the Men’s Open. This contest was an Olympia qualifier for the 2024 season. Winners from 10 divisions have been announced on Day 1 and Day 2, which you can find below.
The annual 2024 Tampa Pro is known for its inclusivity, allowing competitors from all walks of life to give it their all in pursuit of a coveted qualification for the Mr. Olympia. This year’s Olympia contest will return to its home of Las Vegas, Nevada for its special 60th anniversary.
In the Men’s Open headliner at the last Tampa Pro (2023), bodybuilding star Hunter Labrada walked away victorious in a hard-fought battle against contenders Jon Delarosa and Lewis Breed. Labrada isn’t competing at this event, so a new champion emerged on Day 2 of this competition. Delarosa competed for gold once again as the on-paper favorite this weekend.
2024 Tampa Pro Winners for All Divisions
- Open Bodybuilding: Jon Delarosa
- 212 Bodybuilding: Jordan Janowitz
- Classic Physique: Justin Badurina
- Men’s Physique: Mehdi Kabbadj
- Women’s Bodybuilding: Kristina Mendoza
- Bikini: Elisa Pecini
- Figure: Lena Ramsteiner
- Women’s Physique: Zama Benta
- Fitness: Amber Steffen
- Wellness: Lisa Meiswinkel
2024 Tampa Pro Results Breakdown
Men’s Open Bodybuilding
The Men’s Open headliners took to the stage on Saturday with Jon Delarosa standing out. He took second place at this event last year. Delarosa continues to improve as an Open talent thanks to the quality mass he’s added in the off-season. The striations in his chest and shoulders were a talking point alongside the deep separation in his legs.
In addition to Delarosa, Mohamed Foda fought for center stage. His elite conditioning levels carried him to success at the recent 2024 Chicago Pro. His performance sent shockwaves through the community, who expected big things from him tonight. His shape and aesthetics delivered but it wasn’t enough to prevent Jon Delarosa from pulling off the victory. Mohamed Foda took silver. Jordan Hutchinson walked away with bronze.
- Winner — Jon Delarosa
- Second Place — Mohamed Foda
- Third Place — Jordan Hutchinson
- Fourth Place — Vladyslav Sukhoruchko
- Fifth Place — Lewis Breed
- Sixth Place — Sarhan Sarhan
- Seventh Place — Felix Norman
- Eighth Place — Tim Budesheim
- Ninth Place — Eric Wood
- Tenth Place — Alphonso Cromartie
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Men’s 212 Bodybuilding
With very few chances for Men’s 212 Bodybuilding competitors to earn Olympia qualifications over the season, this contest held special significance. Jordan Janowitz emerged as a name to watch quickly thanks to his powerful side density and well-defined back, which looked even more impressive during his posing routine. He last competed at the 2023 Chicago Pro, securing sixth place.
Meanwhile, Marcus Costa’s physique was a major talking point among fans online, who were blown away by his detail and diced conditioning levels. Last competing at the 2023 Amateur Olympia in first place, he’s proven to be a lethal force in the 212 category. In the end, Jordan Janowitz earned first prize. Marcus Costa and David Henry settled for second and third place.
- Winner — Jordan Janowitz
- Second Place — Marcus Costa
- Third Place — David Henry
- Fourth Place — Cam George
- Fifth Place — Alex Dos Anjos
- Sixth Place — Brandon Laird
- Seventh Place — Morad Zahir
- Eighth Place — Filippe Abreu
- Ninth Place — Metaslisko Rojas Suarez
- Tenth Place — Jordan Wise
Classic Physique
In Classic Physique, it was clear that a two-man battle would unfold between contenders Justin Badurina and Gabriel Zancanelli. Badurina’s symmetry and completeness gave him a commanding lead early on throughout the prejudging rounds. His ability to present his strengths played into his hand as well. He earned second place at the 2023 Charlotte Pro in his last outing.
Gabriel Zancanelli was also on fire Friday, showcasing gnarly conditioning complimented by striations both in his chest and shoulders. His back shots were nothing to scoff at either. He last competed at the 2023 Olympia, taking 13th place with an eye-catching look. By the time the contest finished, Justin Badurina clinched first prize. Gabriel Zancanelli and Dancovea Anderson walked away in second and third place.
- Winner — Justin Badurina
- Second Place — Gabriel Zancanelli
- Third Place — Dancovea Anderson
- Fourth Place — Fabiony Sylvain
- Fifth Place — Kyrylo Khudaiev
- Sixth Place — Benjamin Zimmerman
- Seventh Place — Austin Espy
- Eighth Place — Alexander Westermeier
- Ninth Place — Alex Maldonado
- Tenth Place — Dominic Semenza
Men’s Physique
Talent from the Men’s Physique division waged war for not only an Olympia qualification but also for bragging rights and a nice cash prize. Mehdi Kabbadj turned out to be one of the contenders to keep an eye on, courtesy of his back definition and effective quarter turns. He proved himself last at the 2024 Vancouver Pro, where he notched a third-place showing.
In addition to Mehdi Kabbadj, Cenat Ricardo looked outstanding and caught the eyeballs of the judges and crowd with dry detail and dug-out abs, a hallmark of exceptional conditioning. By the time the scores were tallied, Mehdi Kabbadj earned the victory. Cenat Ricardo and Puwanat Putoya placed second and third.
- Winner — Mehdi Kabbadj
- Second Place — Cenat Ricardo
- Third Place — Puwanat Putoya
- Fourth Place — J’Woyne Allik-Mario Stewart
- Fifth Place — Sadik Hadzovic
- Sixth Place — Ahmed Shokry
- Seventh Place — Deke Walker
- Eighth Place — Dawid Wachelka
- Ninth Place — Drew Jenkins
- Tenth Place — Sheldon Martin
Women’s Bodybuilding
Athletes from Women’s Bodybuilding stormed the stage on Friday afternoon for the nail-biting finale. Kristina Mendoza emerged as one to watch thanks to muscle density and dry conditioning. In her last outing, she secured eighth at the 2023 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro, and she used that experience to bring an even tighter look to Tampa.
In Kristina Mendoza’s way was Michaela Aycock. She continues to make strides in the IFBB Pro League, courtesy of steady improvements which were on full display at this contest. Michaela Aycock set her season on fire by placing first at the 2024 Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro, proving her status as one of the best in the division. Thanks to superior muscle detail, Kristina Mendoza earned gold. Michaela Aycock and Sheena Ohlig took second and third place.
- Winner — Kristina Mendoza
- Second Place — Michaela Aycock
- Third Place — Sheena Ohlig
- Fourth Place — Lisa Kudrey
- Fifth Place — Mayla Ash
- Sixth Place — Victoria Dominguez
- Seventh Place — Janeen Lankowski
- Eighth Place — Kyna Squarey
- Ninth Place — Anastasia Rider
- Tenth Place — Tina Chandler
Bikini
In the highly competitive Bikini category, fans were excited to see who would exit as champion. The lineup was filled with promise as names like Reijuana Harley were in attendance. Elisa Pecini was one of the biggest stars on the roster too, as she’s found immense success in her IFBB Pro League career. She tested her shape and aesthetics at the 2023 Olympia contest, turning in a fifth-place performance.
Ivi Escandar was another massive threat to keep an eye on over the weekend. She last competed at the 2024 Colombia Pro, where she secured first place with a brilliant posing routine. Her ability to entertain the crowd definitely appealed to the judges as well. In the end, Elisa Pecini took first place. Ivi Escandar finished second and Reijuana Harley took third.
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- Winner — Elisa Pecini
- Second Place — Ivi Escandar
- Third Place — Reijuana Harley
- Fourth Place — Alice Rocha
- Fifth Place — Ariana Brothers
- Sixth Place — Lorena Blanco Pita
- Seventh Place — Ali Taylor
- Eighth Place — Emily Pribula
- Ninth Place — Ekaterina Opekunova
- Tenth Place — Kerla Orsatti
Women’s Physique
Contenders from Women’s Physique were out to prove a point on Friday as a few names jumped into the limelight with showstopping looks. Zama Benta put forth a commanding performance, especially during prejudging, which gave way to huge momentum in the finals. She last competed at the 2023 Olympia where she took third place with an improved package.
Jeannie Feldman also brought one of her best physiques to date, paving the way for a dominant showing in Tampa. Boasting aesthetics, a tight waist, and fullness, she quickly got the attention of judges throughout the contest. She tested herself last at the 2023 Atlantic Coast Pro in second place. After a heated battle, Zama Benta clinched the victory. Jeannie Feldman and Elena Aviles Romero placed second and third, respectively.
- Winner — Zama Benta
- Second Place — Jeannie Feldman
- Third Place — Elena Aviles Romero
- Fourth Place — Paula Ranta
- Fifth Place — Eileen Aviles
- Sixth Place — Oksana Piari
- Seventh Place — Bianca Rodrigues
- Eighth Place — Tatiana Bulut
- Ninth Place — Tracy Clark
- Tenth Place — Suzanne Davis
Figure
In the Figure category, it didn’t take long for the audience to take notice of Lena Ramsteiner, who appeared seasoned on stage, shining with her posing routine. Ramsteiner last took to the stage at the 2024 Mr. Big Evolution Portugal Pro, carving out an impressive first-place finish. Her ability to improve made her extremely dangerous especially as the contest dragged along.
Kristen Mcgregor also turned heads with superior shape and detailed conditioning. Having last tested herself in second place at the 2024 Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro, she was eager to cement herself as the winner on Friday. Outshining her opposition, Lena Ramsteiner took home gold in a highly competitive affair. Kristen Mcgregor and Thais Cabrices-Werner finished in second and third place.
- Winner — Lena Ramsteiner
- Second Place — Kristen Mcgregor
- Third Place — Thais Cabrices-Werner
- Fourth Place — Marie-Solange Essoh
- Fifth Place — Mayra Rocha
- Sixth Place — Manon Dutilly
- Seventh Place — Adrienne Matthews
- Eighth Place — Amanda Almodovar
- Ninth Place — Courtney Jacobs
- Tenth Place — Samantha Jenkins
Fitness
With very few qualifications available to Fitness athletes, this contest was crucial for those who have still been unable to win a Pro show. The individual routine of Amber Steffen was a showstopper. Her agility and athleticism were among her greatest strengths. Her last showing came at the 2024 Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro in second place.
Michelle Gales also commanded attention during her routine. She continues to make strides in the division, having claimed gold at the 2023 Ben Weider Natural Pro. This contest was close and saw a handful of make-or-break moments for the participants. Ultimately, Amber Steffen earned first place. Michelle Gales finished in second and Jeanine Taddeo took third.
- Winner — Amber Steffen
- Second Place — Michelle Gales
- Third Place — Jeanine Taddeo
- Fourth Place — Annika Drescher
- Fifth Place — Aurika Tyrgale
- Sixth Place — Anna Adams
- Seventh Place — Savahannah Byczek
Wellness
In the Wellness category, Lisa Mieswinkel made a statement during prejudging, showcasing one of her most complete packages to date. With exceptional tie-ins and symmetry, she has proven herself in the category from season to season. She last competed at the 2024 Euro Muscle Show and took first prize in a dominant showing.
In Meiswinkel’s way was Kassandra Gillis, whose savvy skills on stage are among the best in her division. Gillis’ thin waist and balanced look have resulted in a highly successful career. Gillis last claimed sixth on the Wellness Olympia stage. When the dust settled, Lisa Meiswinkel earned the crown. Kassandra Gillis finished in second place. Juliana Mota finished in third.
- Winner — Lisa Meiswinkel
- Second Place — Kassandra Gillis
- Third Place — Juliana Mota
- Fourth Place — Jasmine Baker
- Fifth Place — Mara Walter
- Sixth Place — Grecia Hernandez
- Seventh Place — Marcela Mattos
- Eighth Place — Chelsea Smith
- Ninth Place — Melissa Seide
- Tenth Place — Carrie Goforth
Official Scorecards for the 2024 Tampa Pro
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