In a remarkable achievement, 30-year-old Derek Lunsford, hailing from Petersburg, has clinched the prestigious title of Mr. Olympia. The victory was secured at the professional men’s bodybuilding competition held in Orlando, Florida, this Saturday evening. He came in 2nd place in last year’s competition and faced off once more against the reigning champion in this year’s contest. He is recognized as the first athlete to secure Olympia titles across multiple divisions, as highlighted by bleacherreport.com. Aside from the honor of achieving his long-standing goal, Lunsford’s win also comes with a substantial prize, totaling $400,000. Raised in Petersburg, Lunsford’s early years were marked by involvement in soccer and wrestling. His journey into bodybuilding commenced during his college days.
