Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw and Scott McNally break down the Open Bodybuilding results from the 2026 Arnold Classic.
We discuss the win by Andrew Jacked, the strong comeback from Nick Walker, and where Hadi Choopan, Martin Fitzwater and Brandon Curry landed.
Plus our take on the reactions coming out of the show and what it all means for the Open division moving forward.

0:00 Arnold Drama with Martin Fitzwater
0:25 Arnold Classic Breakdown at the Mutant Booth
3:00 750k Prize Money
4:00 Andrew Jacked Vs Nick Walker
9:45 What does this mean for the Olympia?
13:00 Hadi Choopan vs Nick Walker
16:00 Martin Fitzwater vs Brandon Curry
21:00 Martin’s Poor Sportsmanship
27:25 Chris Aceto
31:40 Classic Physique and Men’s Physique Highlight
36:30 Behind the scenes

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