Discover the 2025 Mr. Olympia Prize Money Breakdown and Winners’ Earnings
The 2025 Mr. Olympia competition promises to be one of the most lucrative events in bodybuilding history. Taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada, it marks the 61st edition of the prestigious international tournament. Bodybuilders from 11 IFBB Pro League divisions are vying for the coveted Sandow trophy and a record-breaking prize purse.
2025 Mr. Olympia Prize Money Overview
This year, the total prize pool is anticipated to exceed $2 million, a significant increase compared to last year’s total of over $1.8 million. The primary focus is on the Men’s Open division, which features a remarkable top prize of $600,000 for the overall winner. This amount is the largest single cash prize in the competition’s history.
Prize Money Breakdown
The distribution of prize money reflects the growth and competitiveness of the event. Below is a detailed overview of the expected prize money for the top five finishers in various divisions from the 2025 Mr. Olympia competition:
| Division | Place | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Olympia (Men’s Open) | 1st Place | $600,000 |
| 2nd Place | $250,000 | |
| 3rd Place | $100,000 | |
| 4th Place | $40,000 | |
| 5th Place | $35,000 |
Other Divisions’ Prize Money
Prize money is also allocated to other divisions, although amounts are typically lower than those in the Men’s Open. Here’s a look at some of the major divisions and their prizes:
- 212 Olympia
- 1st Place: $50,000
- 2nd Place: $20,000
- 3rd Place: $12,000
- 4th Place: $7,000
- 5th Place: $6,000
- Women’s Physique
- 1st Place: $50,000
- 2nd Place: $20,000
- 3rd Place: $12,000
- 4th Place: $7,000
- 5th Place: $6,000
- Ms. Olympia
- 1st Place: $50,000
- 2nd Place: $20,000
- 3rd Place: $12,000
- 4th Place: $7,000
- 5th Place: $6,000
This year’s competition not only reflects the high stakes but also indicates a trend toward increasing financial rewards in the sport of bodybuilding. With the largest total prize purse in history, the 2025 Mr. Olympia event is set to be a landmark occasion for all participants.
