The 2024 Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair competition was held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 on the Arnold Expo stage at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, OH. This contest featured past champions Harold Kelley and Gabriele Andruilli, as well as five other contenders.

Announcer Bob Chicerillo and Wheelchair Bodybuilding chairman Nick Scott introduced each of the seven men to the stage for the audience and those watching via free livestream. Scott also shared their personal stories.

After a pair of callouts to compare physiques, Rajesh John was given the top score in on the judges’ scorecards and claimed the Arnold Classic title.

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2024 Arnold Wheelchair Roster

Josue Fabiano

Harold Kelley

Gabriele Andruilli

Bradley Betts

Gaylon Grigsby

Rajesh John

Leonard Harmon

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The judges then compared the athletes in group callouts to determine who would be the champion at the show’s end. The callouts were as follows:

Callout One

Bradley Betts

Josue Fabiano

Harold Kelley

Gabriele Andruilli

Rajesh John

Gaylon Grigsby

Leonard Harmon

Callout Two

Bradley Betts

Harold Kelley

Josue Fabiano

Rajesh John

Gabriele Andruilli

Gaylon Grigsby

Leonard Harmon

Little time was wasted before the judges decided and the top awards were presented. Kelley and Andruilli were the favorites going in, which seemed to hold true through the callouts.

However, another shocking outcome hit the audience at the Arnold as the defending champion, Harold Kelley, dropped to fourth place overall, leaving the throne open for a new champion. While many expected Andruilli to reclaim the title, Rajesh John won his first Arnold title.

2024 Arnold Wheelchair Results

Rajesh John

Gabriele Andruilli

Josue Fabiano

Harold Kelley

Gaylon Grigsby

Bradley Betts

Leonard Harmon

Stay tuned to BarBend throughout the weekend as we continue our coverage of the 2024 Arnold Classic in Columbus. Fans interested in keeping up with the action can also Watch the free live stream on the Arnold Sports website.

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