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LIÉGE GAUTÉRIO, ATHLETE OF THE WEEK.
She received a diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis, a challenging disease that led to increasing fatigue. Dependence on 24-hour oxygen and a wheelchair became necessary as the condition progressed. Eventually, a crucial lung transplant took place in 2011, with her receiving the gift of a left lung through organ donation. Recovery was remarkable, and

IFBB DUBAI MUSCLE CLASSIC
The largest and most populous city in the United Arab Emirates hosts a new edition of the championship that is strongly establishing itself in the region: IFBB Dubai Muscle Classic. Organized by the United Arab Emirates Bodybuilding Federation, the event took place at the spectacular Dubai World Trade Centre and had the distinguished

IFBB ARAB CHAMPIONSHIPS
In Alexandria, the enigmatic and ancient city of Egypt, a new edition of the great Arab Championships took place last weekend. The competition unfolded at the luxurious Sheraton Montazah hotel, with the participation of over 800 athletes from 11 countries. The Championship opens with the honorable presence of Major General Mohamed Al-Sharif, Governor

BORIS PALOVIC AND MARIANA PALOVICOVA, ATHLETES OF THE WEEK
The married couple Mariana Palovicova and Boris Palovic rewrote history. A husband and wife have never won gold at the same IFBB World Championships. In Santa Susanna, Mariana won the Bodyfitness over 45 category, Boris won in 3 categories, and the title of general champion in the Games Classic Bodybuilding masters nomination. The

IFBB EUROPEAN CHILDREN’S FITNESS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023
Bratislava, Slovakia, presents this incredible championship with the support of the Slovak Olympic Committee. The IFBB European Children’s Fitness Championships is an event that promotes sports practice and a healthy lifestyle from an early age. Superbly organized by Mr. Boris Misna, President of the Slovak Bodybuilding Association, and his team, it took place

DIAMOND CUP LUSOFONIA AND IFBB JOSE MONTEIRO INTERNATIONAL CUP
The charming Portuguese town of Póvoa de Lanhoso, located in the district of Braga, became the main stage for the DIAMOND CUP LUSOFONIA and the IFBB Jose Monteiro International Cup. The event was excellently organized by Mr. Daniel Morais, the president of the Portuguese Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation. These two prominent championships, both

SOUTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2023
Lima, Peru, hosted the 48th edition of the most important championship in the region. A magnificent event that brought together the best athletes from South America. An excellent organization, led by the president of South American Confederation, Juan Paredes and his outstanding team of collaborators and national federations. The event took place at

IFBB PRESIDENT SANTONJA CUP
Turkey is gearing up for a great end season. In Istanbul, one of the most beautiful capitals in the world, the IFBB President Santonja Cup Championship will take place in honor of the president of our federation. Organized by the Turkish Federation, with its president, Mr. Niyazi Kurt, and its vice president, Mr.

IFBB MEDITERRANEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023
A new edition of this classic in Malta where we witness the best of fitness and bodybuilding in the Mediterranean. The event was excellently organized by the IFBB Malta team, led by its president Ralph Decelis, who presented a sports spectacle at the impressive CORINTHIA ST. GEORGE’S BAY hotel. Athletes and the audience

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK- MARTINA GROMOVA
A journey of eight years dreaming of success. It was 2016 when she first walked through the doors of a local gym to prepare for her first competition. She has always had a passion for sports and wanted to excel in something, aiming to be the best of the best. This has been

IFBB GULF CLASSIC AND IFBB WOMEN’S GOLF CLASSIC CHAMPIONSHIPS. ABU DHABI
The imposing capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, located on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, hosted this great sporting championship: the IFBB Gulf Classic and the IFBB Women’s Gulf Classic Championships. The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Center hosted this sporting event, which featured a professional edition of Mr. Universe Abu

RAMSAR AND SANTA SUSANNA: AGREEMENT BETWEEN TWO SISTER CITIES IN SPORTS.
On the occasion of the visit of the Mayor of Ramsar to Santa Susana during the IFBB World Championships, an agreement of cooperation was celebrated between the cities of Ramsar, located on the Iranian coast of the Caspian Sea, and Santa Susana, renowned as the worldwide fitness capital on the Spanish Mediterranean coast.