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2025 Detroit Pro Bodybuilding Preview

by Greg Patuto Published on Mar 26, 2025

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The. 2025 Detroit Pro is bound to be an exciting show from the start.

The 2025 Detroit Pro will take place on Saturday in Detroit with two divisions in bodybuilding taking centerstage. The Classic Physique division will join a loaded Men’s Open roster that will compete for the overall prize during the night portion of the finals.

Martin Fitzwater was crowned champion in Detroit last year. He went onto finish fourth at the 2024 Olympia, solidifying his spot as one of the top competitors in the world. Fitzwater will not return to defend his title which means there will be a new champion crowned.

The Men’s Open division brings many top athletes to compete on stage. Below, take a look at the full roster that will appear during the show.

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Men’s Open Roster

  • Justin Abbott
  • William Bonac
  • Ralph Farah
  • Eiren Gauley
  • Ronald Gordon
  • Sasan Heirati
  • James Hollingshead
  • Daniel Korman
  • Walter Martin
  • Adam Milledge
  • Chris Miller
  • Justin Musiol
  • Benjamin Rafala
  • Carlos Thomas Jr.
  • Bartley Weaver IV

Top Competitors To Watch

William Bonac

Bonac enters the competition with the most experience in the field. He recently finished fifth at the Arnold Classic and was a Top 10 Olympia finisher last year. Bonac has struggled with his midsection but if he keeps this in check, it is likely that he enters as the favorite entering Detroit. Bonac is still extremely muscular and has shown that he can compete at the highest level.

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Carlos Thomas Jr.

Thomas Jr. came into the pro ranks with plenty of hype due to his massive physique. He finished third at the 2023 Texas Pro before taking a hiatus. He earned his Pro Card in 2021 and has appeared on stage just one time. Thomas Jr. has incredible size but has focused on improving his conditioning. If this comes in at the top, he could compete for a title but should be in the top five regardless.

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James Hollingshead

Hollingshead appeared on stage in Columbus and finished eighth in Men’s Open. He is a bodybuilder that has been busy over the course of his career and has impressed at many different shows, along with his presence on social media. Hollingshead has been working to add size to compete with the best in the world.

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Ronald Gordon

Gordon finished third at the Detroit Pro last year. He has experience on the stage and knows what it takes to show up in his best shape. Over the last year, Gordon has improved his size. He comes in with a small waist and impressive legs on stage. Like other competitors, if Gordon comes in with great conditioning, he can not only repeat in the top three but potentially win the show.

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2025 Detroit Pro Classic Physique Roster

  • Bassem Ashouri
  • Gabriel Castillo
  • Jack Eagles
  • Daniel Fabode
  • Lucas Funk
  • Adrian Gordillo
  • Matthew Greggo
  • Brock Jenkins
  • Alex Kent
  • Hamzah Saeed
  • Luc Andre Steinker
  • Wesley Vissers
  • Jay Yount

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About Greg Patuto

Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.

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