Pakistani bodybuilder wins title at Arnold Classic Australia

Atif Anwar, former Mr Pakistan, has won the competition in over 100 kg class

Pakistani bodybuilder Atif Anwar on Sunday won a title at the Arnold Classic body building competition held in Australia.

Anwar won the 'over 100 kg class' title at the event named after Hollywood legend and seven times Mr Olympia, Arnold Schwarzenegger.

 

Arnold Schwarzenegger (L) poses with Atif Anwar (M), winner of Arnold Classic over 100 class. PHOTO COURTESY: GETTY

Anwar is a former Mr Pakistan and first ever Pakistani to compete in the Mr Universe competition, where he secured the fourth position. He has previously won the National bodybuilding title as well as Mr Sindh and Mr Karachi.

 

Atif Anwar poses with his medals. PHOTO COURTESY GETTY

During the competition Schwarzenegger was seen clapping and cheering as the sportsmen and women stood in an array of poses - ensuring the judges got a view of every angle of their jaw-dropping bodies.

 

Atif Anwar poses after winning the title in Australia. PHOTO COURTESY GETTY

Besides bodybuilding, the event also featured different power sports including Australia’s Strongest Man, Arnold Weightlifting & Powerlifting and Arnold Arm wrestling competitions.