Andrea Mammoli may have failed to achieve the top spot in his category at the Arnold Classic 2026, but his stellar performance earned him a prize that he can cherish for life.
Mammoli competed in the Classic Physique division at Arnold Classic 2026 and impressed everyone with his symmetry, conditioning, and polished stage presence. Although he finished third behind Wesley Vissers and Matheus Menegate, he still had his big moment on stage.
The Italian bodybuilder received the Ed Corney Best Poser Award, given to the bodybuilder who demonstrates exceptional creativity, flow, and style during their posing routines. The award also came with a $10,000 prize.
While giving him the award, Schwarzenegger praised Mammoli’s stage presentation. The recognition added to the moment, with Mammoli marking it as a significant milestone in his career. He took to Instagram to express his feelings, calling the date the “best day of his life.”
He also expressed gratitude towards Schwarzenegger, stating, “When @schwarzenegger, the greatest bodybuilding icon in history, personally hands you his award from his show as best poser, and says in your ear that everyone should learn to pose and make beautiful and smooth transitions like me.”
Thanks to his classic proportions and seamless posing transitions, he has been steadily gaining attention in the bodybuilding world. And with a podium finish, a $10,000 cash prize, and a compliment from Schwarzenegger, Andrea Mammoli left the festival as one of the most talked-about athletes.
2026 Arnold Classic, Classic Physique Division Results
The Classic Physique division delivered another memorable show at the 2026 Arnold Classic, with Dutch bodybuilder Wesley Vissers taking the title. He was followed by Brazil’s Matheus Menegate Piccioli and Italy’s Andrea Mammoli. Here is the list of the top 10 rank holders.
- Wesley Vissers
- Matheus Menegate Piccioli
- Andrea Mammoli
- Joaquim Camps Angel
- Jorge Herrera
- Ethan Gohari
- Vahid Badpei
- Sam Sulek
- Paul Kanu
- Hang Niu
With a new wave of finely conditioned bodybuilders, the Classic Physique division continued to evolve this season as well.
However, looking at Mammoli’s performance, do you think he will do better in the upcoming contests and the next Arnold Classic?
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