💪 See "The Boogeyman" of Bodybuilding

The Boogeyman. Baba Yaga. John Wick.

They've got nothing on Blessing Awodibu, who just dominated the New York Pro (his second win in as many weeks). "The Boogeyman" of bodybuilding brought an insane package to the stage, and he's one to watch at this year's Olympia and beyond.

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And pro bodybuilder Joe Mackey deadlifted 850 pounds at Iron Wars VI, which sounds like the nerdy bodybuilding/space opera crossover we didn't know we wanted.

The Figure Olympia is one of this sport's top draws, but how well do YOU know the event's champions? We've got you covered with every winner — ever.

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RESULTS

The Boogeyman Scares Away the Competition

Got a monster under your bed? Just invite Blessing Awodibu over. He can scare anything away.

And this past weekend was proof enough. Bodybuilding is back in the tri-state area. The 2022 New York Pro is in the record books, and Blessing Awodibu has won his second contest in a row. One year after losing to 2021 champion Nick Walker at this contest, Walker presented Awodibu with the trophy and the ring as the 2022 winner.

Awodibu brought an absolutely insane package to the stage that has some fans already chattering about Mr. O matchups later this year. Time will tell, but this monster won't be waiting in the closet.

READ: 2022 New York Pro Results — Awodibu Victorious

BIG LIFTS

Mackey Turns On His Ludicrous Strength

Joe Mackey doesn't lift weights. He pushes the earth down.

On Friday, May 20th, 2022, IFBB Pro League bodybuilder Joe Mackey took to the powerlifting platform at C.T. Fletcher’s Iron Wars VI. Mackey thrilled the crowd watching by deadlifting 385.6 kilograms (850 pounds). The lift occurred at Fletcher’s Iron Addicts Gym in Signal Hill, CA.

"I’m happy to see that 850 pounds still feels very smooth!!"

Mackey used a double overhand grip and wore lifting straps and a weightlifting belt. After a couple of aggressive tugs of the bar to get himself psyched up, Mackey stood tall with the barbell locked out without any struggle throughout the rep. It can be seen in the video below, courtesy of Mackey’s Instagram page.

WATCH: Pro Bodybuilder Joe Mackey Deadlifts 850 Pounds At Iron Wars VI

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HISTORY

Every Winner Of The Figure Olympia

Women's bodybuilding doesn't get the credit we think it deserves. Storied champions, rivalries, exciting new divisions: What more could you ask for?

Before we get to those "storied champions," a quick history lesson. (Skip below and read the article for the full list.) Prior to the start of the 21st century, the only two women’s divisions in the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) were the Ms. Olympia and the Fitness Olympia. To expand women’s bodybuilding, the IFBB started the Figure Olympia in 2003.

Figure features athletes that have shape, symmetry, and muscle size, but not as much size as in Ms. Olympia. Athletes competing in the Figure Olympia typically are judged with a focus on developed shoulders and upper back, with a smaller waist and bigger glutes. The division was met with a positive response, and today it's become a force all its own.

READ: Every Winner Of The Figure Olympia

THE DROPSET

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Another look at Blessing Awodibu from photographer W Wittmann...