Arnold Classic 2025: Free Livestream
This year, the Arnold Classic promises to be a true highlight for the ESN community! Not only are we sending last year's champion, Wesley Vissers, as a promising contender into the race, but ESN is also sponsoring the worldwide livestream! There will be comprehensive expert coverage, and fitness fans from around the globe can watch the spectacle live via the free ESN livestream, no matter where they are.
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Experts Stefan Kienzl and David Hoffmann, both well-known figures in the scene, will provide professional insights, analyses, and insider information, offering an informative perspective on the events and making the competitions an unforgettable experience. So, save the link to the free livestream now, mark the competition dates in your calendar, and be there live when the world's best athletes compete for the coveted titles!
Schedule: Competitions in Central European Time (CET)
The Arnold Classic 2025 takes place from February 28 to March 2, 2025, at the Greater Columbus Convention Centre in Columbus, Ohio. The event offers a variety of competitions and activities for fitness and bodybuilding enthusiasts. Here is a detailed overview of the schedule for the main competitions:
Friday, February 28, 2025
| Event |
Athletes |
Date |
Time (CET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Classic Physique Prejudging | Wesley Vissers (NL) | Friday, Feb 28 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
| Fitness International Prejudging | Friday, Feb 28 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
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| USA Weightlifting | Friday, Feb 28 | 5:30 - 10:30 p.m. | |
| Wellness International Prejudging | Lisa Meiswinkel (DE) | Friday, Feb 28 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
| Wellness International Finals | Lisa Meiswinkel (DE) | Saturday, Mar 1 |
00:00 - 02:30 a.m. |
| Fitness International Finals | Saturday, Mar 1 |
00:00 - 02:30 a.m. | |
| Arnold Classic Men's Open Prejudging | James Hollingshead (UK) | Saturday, Mar 1 |
00:00 - 02:30 a.m. |
| Arnold Classic Physique Finals | Wesley Vissers (NL) | Saturday, Mar 1 |
00:00 - 02:30 a.m. |
Saturday, March 1, 2025
| Event |
Athletes |
Date |
Time (CET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Wheelchair Prejudging & Finals | Saturday, Mar 1 |
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | |
| Arnold Men's Physique Prejudging | Saturday, Mar 1 |
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | |
| Bikini International Prejudging | Saturday, Mar 1 |
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | |
| Arnold Men's Physique Finals | Sunday, Mar 2 |
00:00 - 03:00 a.m. | |
| Arnold Classic Men's Open Finals | James Hollingshead (UK) | Sunday, Mar 2 |
00:00 - 03:00 a.m. |
| Bikini International Finals | Sunday, Mar 2 |
00:00 - 03:00 a.m. |
Arnold Classic 2025 x ESN
For ESN, the Arnold Classic 2025 is not just a competition but a stage to showcase what is possible with hard work and the right support. As the leading supplement manufacturer in the DACH region, ESN has a strong connection to the fitness community and sponsors numerous athletes competing in Ohio this year. ESN athlete and last year's winner, Wesley Vissers, aims to defend his title in Ohio this year.
Top Favorites: These Athletes Are Competing for Titles in Ohio
With Wesley Vissers as one of the most prominent figures in Classic Physique, ESN's chances are more than promising. His impressive combination of symmetry, muscle maturity, and stage presence has earned him top placements in the past—and in 2025, he is determined to defend his title. Another athlete to watch in Classic Physique is Germany's Mike Sommerfeld.
In the Men's Open category, British athlete Samson Dauda and American Derek Lunsford are strong contenders. Other ESN athletes, such as James Hollingshead (Men's Open) and Lisa Meiswinkel (Wellness), ensure that ESN shines on multiple stages.
