The 2025 Arnold Classic welcomed Bikini competitors on Day 2, March 1, in Columbus, Ohio, for the finals, which started at 7:00 p.m. Ultimately, Vania Auguste secured gold with an aesthetic physique after a tough series of comparisons.
Bikini competitors brought impressive looks to the 2025 Arnold Classic. They were determined to impress the expert judging panel, especially since the title was up for grabs after Lauralie Chapados decided to sit out of her title defense.
In the finals, it became clear that Vania Auguste, Ashlyn Little, and Aimee Delgado were fighting for the title. During confirmation rounds, all three ladies battled in an intense showdown, leaving fans anxiously awaiting the scorecards.
Before the winners were announced, Bikini bodybuilding star Angelica Teixeira retired from the sport.
“It’s been an amazing career, I’m so grateful for this sport. It changed my life,” she shared. “It gave me a platform to give back to my fans and to hug and welcome people, that is what I love most. Today is the time to pass on my light to all these amazing competitors.”
“I’m still going to be a part of this industry because I love everyone, thank you so much. I’m so so grateful.”
2025 Arnold Classic Bikini International Results:
The Bikini stars picked up where they left off in prejudging. It was a close race between a few contenders, including Aimee Delgado. She had a chip on her shoulder after securing runner-up behind three-time champ Lauralie Chapados at the 2024 Arnold Classic. Her stage presence and seamless transitions in the finals kept her in the running for gold.
Vania Auguste was another frontrunner. Her stage control was one of her biggest weapons, which gave her an edge. Her posing routine also exemplified the standards of the Bikini division. Given her bronze finish at the 2024 Arnold Classic, she came into this contest knowing she could win the crown.
The show was incredibly close, and plenty of Bikini athletes shined. Ashlyn Little shocked fans and the crowd, bringing her most complete package to date. Little had some hype going into this contest after claiming the 2024 Republic of Texas Pro. In the end, Vania Auguste took gold. Aimee Delgado and Ashlyn Little claimed second and third place.
Bikini International Scorecard
Highlights:
2025 Arnold Classic Results
Day One
Day Two
- Arnold Classic Open Bodybuilding Results
- Arnold Classic Bikini Results
- Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Results
- Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Results
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