The 2025 Arnold Classic welcomed Pro Men’s Wheelchair competitors to the stage on Saturday, March 1, in Columbus, Ohio. After prejudging and finals concluded, Rajesh John took home the crown with a dominant physique on Day 2.
Each year, fans get to witness some of the most impressive Wheelchair competitors take it to each other in an intense showdown. The lineup continues to add depth each season with a handful of notable threats bringing their absolute best.
Between six-time Olympia champ Harold ‘King Kong’ Kelley, Gabriele Andriulli, and the defending champion Rajesh John, fans witnessed a back-and-forth that will go down in the history books. The action this category brings to the Arnold Classic keeps fans intrigued alongside the judging panel.
2025 Arnold Classic Wheelchair Results:
The event was packed with impressive posing routines and built physiques. Ultimately, it was Rajesh John who found himself fighting for gold, thanks to his striated delts and carved out midsection. He made a solid case for winning the event. He won this contest back in 2024.
Meanwhile, James Berger brought an improved look to the stage, pushing all competitors through comparisons. With an ideal blend of condition and fullness, he brought a package that got the judges’ attention and had the crowd cheering. In the end, Rajesh John successfully defended his title! James Berger and Gabrielle Andriulli took second and third place.
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- Winner — Rajesh John
- Second Place — James Berger
- Third Place — Gabrielle Andriulli
- Fourth Place — Kevin Secundino
- Fifth Place — Harold Kelley
- Sixth Place — Bradley Betts
Pro Wheelchair Scorecard
Coming soon
Highlights:
Pro Wheelchair Past Winners
| Years | Winners |
|---|---|
| 2022 | Gabriele Andriulli |
| 2020 | Harold Kelley |
| 2019 | Harold Kelley |
| 2018 | Harold Kelley |
| 2017 | Harold Kelley |
| 2016 | Harold Kelley |
2025 Arnold Classic Results
Day One
Day Two
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- Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Results
- Arnold Classic Bikini Results
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