Terrence Ruffin – Foto: @ruff_diesel
The Mr. Olympia Brazil 2025 began on Friday, October 17, at the Anhembi District in São Paulo. Over 800 bodybuilding and sports nutrition competitors participate until Sunday, October 19. Athletes aim for 24 pro cards in the IFBB Pro League’s professional circuit. The event seeks to qualify professionals in specific categories and promote the sport across Latin America.
American Terrence Ruffin is among the confirmed competitors in the Classic Physique division. He secured third place in the global Mr. Olympia 2025 in Las Vegas. Brazilian champion Ramon Dino, who won that category, inspires local participation. The focus lies on evaluating muscle symmetry and definition.
- Over 35 Brazilian athletes are registered across the three professional divisions.
- Competitors from Argentina, Bahamas, United States, and Dominican Republic raise the international level.
- A parallel expo features booths on supplements and training gear.
Spotlight on international athletes
Foreign competitors bring global circuit experience to the São Paulo stage. Terrence Ruffin arrives fresh off a recent podium and adapts to the regional format. Sharon Ramos from the Dominican Republic competes in the Bikini Open, emphasizing proportion and dynamic posing. Maria Silvina Baronio from Argentina joins the same category, reflecting South America’s growing presence in the sport.
International athletes foster technical exchanges between nations. Charleston Cornish from the Bahamas competes in the Men’s 212 Bodybuilding Open. These participants elevate the overall fitness standard. The event notes a 15% rise in foreign registrations compared to 2024.
Competitors in the 212 division
The Men’s 212 Bodybuilding Open caps weight at 96 kilos, prioritizing muscle density. Felipe Andrade leads the Brazilian contingent in this section. Josevan Clemente de Almeida is another qualified national. Andre Formiga rounds out the initial local highlights.
Cassio Goes and Felipe Moraes fill additional Brazilian slots. Fabricio Moreira and Andrey Pereira strengthen the national lineup. Wellington Santos and Henrique Silva complete the 11 confirmed in this category. The competition assesses balance between mass and sharp cuts.
Saturday hosts previews at 1 p.m. and finals at 4 p.m. This structure allows last-minute pose adjustments. The division attracts athletes with average height and a focus on broad shoulders.
Key names in Classic Physique
Fabiano Andrade heads the Brazilian roster in the Classic Physique Open. Victor Bortoletto follows as a direct national contender. Alan Dieime Costa dos Reis is among the 16 total entrants in this division. Breno Roberto Eleuterio Pereira holds a mid-tier spot.
Cezar Falcao and Rogério Felizardo add experience to the Brazilian team. Davi Flex Jr and Jhone Jhoninho aim to climb the regional ranks. Fabio Junio and Thiago Lima occupy mid-level spots. Alan Mendes and Moacir Junior close out the nationals before Kenny Moreira.
Luiz Moreira, Anderson Physique, and Sergio Santos finalize the Brazilian entries. Fabio Veloso completes the local roster. Terrence Ruffin raises the bar with his Olympic history. Sunday schedules previews at 1 p.m. and finals at 4 p.m. for this division.
The category emphasizes a classic aesthetic inspired by older bodybuilding eras, focusing on harmonious proportions and fluid posing movements. This approach distinguishes Classic from bulkier divisions, prioritizing balanced lines and upper-body-to-leg development. In the Latin American context, the category has gained traction since 2020, with Brazilians holding 70% of regional qualifying spots; Ruffin adapts U.S. training routines to São Paulo’s humid climate, adding extra cardio to maintain vascularity. The final promises tight matchups, especially between Physique and Bortoletto, both with recent national wins.
Bikini Open features 11 athletes
Priscila Albino leads the Brazilian names in the Women’s Bikini Open. Nivea Gabriella Campos Sobral follows in the national lineup. Sabrina Generosi holds the third spot in this female division.
Mariana Menezes and Paty Mota complete the initial Brazilian block. Luciana Santos closes the local list, focusing on stage presence. The category evaluates defined curves and stage confidence without excessive muscle mass.
Saturday marks the decisive stages at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. This division saw a 25% increase in female participants since the 2023 Brazil edition.
Detailed competition schedule
Amateur male weigh-ins took place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday. Female weigh-ins followed from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check-in and a press conference proceeded with professionals from the 212, Classic Physique, and Bikini categories.
Saturday’s amateur show started at 10 a.m. with special, women’s physique, and figure. Bodybuilding, classic physique, and fitmodel—a 2025 novelty—rounded out the morning. Professionals took the stage with previews and finals for 212 and Bikini.
Sunday opens at 10 a.m. with wellness, bikini, and men’s physique in the amateur segment. Professional previews at 1 p.m. precede the Classic Physique finals at 4 p.m. The expo runs daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., focusing on nutrition and equipment.
- Tickets range from $10 for amateur events to $60 for full packages.
- Live streaming is available via the event’s official platforms.
- Accessibility includes ramps and reserved areas for wheelchair users.
Ramon Dino’s presence at the event
Ramon Dino, the 2025 Classic Physique world champion, drew large crowds at the Anhembi. The Brazilian, a former runner-up, shared preparation tips post-Las Vegas. His routine included nutritional tweaks to sustain his recent title.
He stressed active recovery between competitions. Dino engages fans in autograph sessions on Saturday afternoon. His global win boosts Brazilian bodybuilding’s status at local events.
