Who is bodybuilder Hadi Choopan and has he won Mr Olympia?
THE “Persian Wolf” is a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional bodybuilding.
Many believe Hadi Choopan is the one to watch at Mr Olympia 2023, the Super Bowl for bodybuilders.
Who is Hadi Choopan?
Choopan was born on September 26, 1987 in Sepidan County, Fars Province, southern Iran, into a family that was very poor.
His family’s financial struggles led him to pick up work at an early age, peddling goods and labouring.
But he made sure to carve out some time for bodybuilding, his great passion, and became a professional in 2000 – when he was just 13.
According to photos on his Instagram, where he has more than five million followers as at October 2023, he is married and has three children.
Has Hadi Choopan won Mr Olympia?
Choopan was crowned Mr Olympia last year, snagging the title from reigning champion Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssibay.
He thanked his coach and “big brother” for the roles they played in his success saying, “they were kind to me with all their heart and we won together.”
It was not the first major achievement earned by the star, who won third place in a national competition just three years into professional bodybuilding.
He won his first national title in 2005, took home gold in the 2013, 2014, and 2015 WBPF World Bodybuilding Championships, and previously placed third, fourth, and third again in Mr Olympia.
Is Hadi Choopan on Instagram?
The professional athlete is very active on Instagram.
He mostly posts videos and photos of his workouts and of him flexing on competition stages.
Millions of people tune into his frequent updates and express awe at his immense size and dedication.
After revealing his physique ahead of Mr Olympia 2023, one fan called him the “king of the world”.
Another predicted: “Mr olympia 2023 hadi choopan.”
Someone else said: “Looking Amazing champ.”
Choopan posted a tribute to his family on Instagram, declaring his love and appreciation for them and their support.
He wrote: “If you are in the best part of the world at the best time in the world and in the best place of happiness, but if you are not with your family, there is no pleasure. Missing you is very hard.
“My lady is the best companion of my life. I love you my dear. Thank you for all your hard work and everything. Your patience and effort for a better life, you are the hero of my life, lady.”
How much does Hadi Choopan weigh?
Despite being shorter in height – 169cm – Choopan weighs an impressive 100kg.
To build his muscular physique, he trains using heavy weights and adheres to a healthy diet of slow-releasing foods such as brown rice, avocados, and skinless chicken breast.