Nigerian-born bodybuilding star Samson Dauda has finished second in the Men’s Open division at the 2026 Mr. Olympia competition in Las Vegas.
Dauda produced another impressive showing on one of bodybuilding’s biggest stages, securing the runner-up position behind Nick Walker.
Derek Lunsford completed the top three after the closely watched competition.
Dauda’s latest result adds to his growing legacy in professional bodybuilding. In 2024, he made history by becoming the first Nigerian to win the Mr. Olympia title, establishing himself among the sport’s leading athletes.
His second-place finish in Las Vegas further highlights his consistency at the highest level of international bodybuilding.
The Men’s Open division remains one of the most competitive categories in professional bodybuilding, attracting leading athletes from around the world.
For Dauda, the 2026 result represents another significant achievement in a career that has continued to raise Nigeria’s profile in global bodybuilding.
