2026 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Results — James Berger Wins

James Berger clinched the Men's Pro Wheelchair title at the 2026 Arnold Classic!

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2026 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Results
2026 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Results

The 2026 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair prejudging and finals wrapped up on March 7 on the Arnold Expo Stage in the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The competition started at 10 AM EST. After a close battle, James Berger secured the Pro Wheelchair title! 

Wheelchair competitors displayed inspiring posing routines and impressive physiques throughout the competition. The spirit of this show is celebrated annually. Athletes from all walks of life understand the struggles that come with overcoming injuries or genetic limitations. 

Reigning two-time titleholder Rajesh John didn’t compete this year, so a new champ had the opportunity to emerge. 2025 Wheelchair Olympia winner James Berger was a frontrunner. The lineup was packed with firepower. Not only were bragging rights on the line, but the champion of this contest earned an automatic qualification to the 2026 Mr. Olympia

2026 Arnold Classic Wheelchair Results:

In the finals, James Berger’s arm definition and muscle fullness allowed him to stand out during comparisons. Berger’s routine had the energy, and his back shots were high-caliber against contender Josue Fabiano. In the end, James Berger got his hand raised, solidifying his name in the bodybuilding history books. Josue Fabiano took second place and Gaylon Grigsby finished in third place. 

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  • Winner — James Berger 
  • Second Place — Josue Fabiano
  • Third Place — Gaylon Grigsby
  • Fourth Place — Jan Povýšil
  • Fifth Place — Will Anthony 
  • Sixth Place — Jason Metcalf 
2026 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Results
2026 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair Results

Pro Wheelchair Scorecard

Coming Soon! 

Highlights:

 

Pro Wheelchair Past Winners 

  • 2016: Harold Kelley
  • 2017: Harold Kelley
  • 2018: Harold Kelley
  • 2019: Harold Kelley
  • 2020: Harold Kelley
  • 2021: (No contest / not held due to pandemic hiatus)
  • 2022: Gabriele Andriulli
  • 2023: Harold Kelley
  • 2024: Rajesh John
  • 2025: Rajesh John 

2026 Arnold Classic Results

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Day Two

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  • Arnold Classic Bikini Results
  • Arnold Classic Men’s Physique Results

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