Nigerian-born Samson Dauda has won the 2024 Mr. Olympia title, making history by securing a record-breaking prize of $600,000. Competing at the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas, Dauda bested fifteen elite bodybuilders, including runner-up Hadi Choopan and third-place Derek Lunsford, further elevating his status in the sport.
Nigerian-born Samson Dauda has made history by winning the coveted 2024 Mr. Olympia title, earning the largest prize ever in bodybuilding—$600,000. The competition unfolded at the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas, marking the climax of the Olympia weekend.
Dauda, who currently resides in the United Kingdom, triumphed over a field of fifteen elite competitors who advanced from the pre-judging phase. He claimed the top spot, while Hadi Choopan took second place, and 2023 champion Derek Lunsford finished in third.
In addition to his Mr. Olympia victory, Dauda was honored as the People’s Champion, further solidifying his status in the bodybuilding community. His remarkable achievement comes at a time when bodybuilding continues to gain global recognition.
