On Friday night, March 1st, the 2024 Arnold Classic in Columbus, Ohio showcased talent from the Fitness category on Day 1. Ariel Khadr’s performance left no doubt with the judges and secured her the title of Fitness International champion, leaving the audience in shock at her physique. Gracefully, Jaclyn Baker secured second place and Jodi Boam finished third.
The category ensured a thrilling spectacle as each athlete brought their A-game all while showing off unique physical attributes. While last year saw two-time champ Ariel Khadr triumphant, this year promised to be an epic showdown with contenders like Jaclyn Baker in the mix.
The finals of the 2024 Arnold Classic witnessed a unique battle among the world’s top Fitness contenders. Jaclyn Baker showcased an impeccable physique, but it was her individual posing routine during the finals that truly stole the show. Meanwhile, reigning champ Ariel Khadr delivered a performance unlike any other for gold.
2024 Arnold Classic Fitness Results:
Ariel Khadr and Jaclyn Baker were the two to watch as they exuded confidence during their routines. Throughout the finals, the competition peaked with anticipation as they went head-to-head. Khadr, a former two-time Fitness International titleholder and fourth-place finisher at the last Olympia, felt the pressure when going up against Baker, who had earned a top spot at the previous Olympia.
Ultimately, it was Ariel Khadr’s combination of fullness, balance, and breathtaking routine that secured victory on this incredible evening, leaving an indelible mark on the 2024 Arnold Classic Fitness stage.
- Winner — Ariel Khadr – $25,000
- Second Place — Jaclyn Baker – $13,000
- Third Place — Jodi Boam – $8,000
- Fourth Place — Michelle Fredua-Mensah – $5,000
- Fifth Place — Aurika Tyrgale – $3,000
- Sixth Place — Tamara Vahn – $2,000
- Seventh Place — Tiffany Chandler
- Eighth Place — Anna Fomina
- Ninth Place — Minna Helena Pujulahti
- Tenth Place — Abby Bolton
Past Fitness International Champions
- 2022: Ariel Khadr
- 2021: Missy Truscott
- 2020: Missy Truscott
- 2019: Ryall Graber
- 2018: Whitney Jones
- 2017: Oksana Grishina
- 2016: Oksana Grishina
- 2015: Oksana Grishina
- 2014: Oksana Grishina
- 2013: Tanji Johnson
- 2012: Adela Garcia
- 2011: Adela Garcia
- 2010: Adela Garcia
- 2009: Jen Hendershott
- 2008: Kimberly Klein
- 2007: Kimberly Klein
- 2006: Adela Garcia
- 2005: Jen Hendershott
- 2004: Adela Garcia
- 2003: Susie Curry
- 2002: Susie Curry
- 2001: Jenny Worth
- 2000: Kelly Ryan
- 1999: Susie Curry
- 1998: Susie Curry
- 1997: Carol Semple-Marzetta
- 1996: Alexandra Beres
- 1995: Carol Lynn Semple
- 1994: Carol Lynn Semple