2026 Men’s 212 Olympia Prejudging Report

Joe Weider’s 2026 Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend is taking place from September 24-27 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Top contenders from the Men’s 212 bodybuilding division battled during prejudging on September 25, which began at 9:30 am (PDT) in the Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall. 

The Men’s 212 bodybuilding class mirrors the Men’s Open, but competitors must adhere to a strict weight limit. The division has housed some of the most shredded bodybuilders in history. For seven years, Flex Lewis helmed the category, having earned seven consecutive 212 Olympia titles. 

Today, Keone Pearson reigns as champion, and he has his sights set on a fourth victory. Despite demands to see him switch to the Men’s Open, “The Prodigy” wants to cement himself as a 212 great. However, after the close showdown with Shaun Clarida last season, the champ aims to create distance between himself and the lineup. 

During the final callout, Keone Pearson found the perfect balance of fullness and conditioning, helping him maintain center stage. His density and flaring lats made his back double biceps pose even stronger. Shaun Clarida’s granite detail wasn’t overlooked; he fought to stay in contention throughout prejudging. Additionally, Vitor Alves Porto De Oliveira and Lucas Garcia showcased impressive aesthetics and shape. 

Check the callout reports below 

212 Olympia Pre-Judging

First Callout

• Keone Pearson
• Shaun Clarida 
• Lucas Garcia
• Vitor Alves Porto De Oliveira 
• Nihat Kaya 
• Felipe Moraes 

Second Callout

Coming Soon! 

Third Callout 

Coming Soon! 

Final Callout 

• Lucas Garcia
• Keone Pearson
• Shaun Clarida 
• Vitor Alves Porto De Oliveira 

Highlights: 

2026 Mr. Olympia Recap:

Every division as it was crowned is on our 2026 Mr. Olympia live updates page, and the full placings for all 12 divisions are in our Olympia database.