Big Ramy officially dropped out of the 2024 Pittsburgh Pro guest posing once again.
Big Ramy was slated to appear on stage as a guest poser during the 2024 Pittsburgh Pro but plans have changed. On Thursday, Ramy shared that he has dropped out of the event due to issues with his visa.
“Dear Fans and Fellow Athletes,
I’m truly sorry to announce that due to visa delays, I won’t make it to this year’s Pittsburgh Pro event. This means not only missing the chance to guest pose but also the invaluable opportunity to be part Mr. Jim Manion event again.”
Big Ramy has cemented himself as a legend of the stage by winning two Mr. Olympia titles and placing near the top in every bodybuilding competition he’s appeared in.
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Ramy built an incredible package ahead of the 2020 Olympia, where he was able to land his first title. He successfully defended his title the very next year before sliding down the scorecard in 2022. Ramy did not bring his best during the 2023 Arnold Classic, finishing fourth, and leading to a break from competition.
Big Ramy Out Of 2024 Pittsburgh Pro
This is not the first time that Big Ramy will miss the Pittsburgh Pro. In 2022, he missed the show without an advanced reason.
This time, Ramy decided to share the news ahead of time.
“I promise this setback only strengthens my commitment to meet and thank each of you personally at future events. Your understanding and support during this time are immensely appreciated.
Thank you for standing by me. Till then, stay strong.”
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In 2022, fans were confused – and we later found out that even Big Ramy’s own coach Dennis James was confused as well. There was no advance notice of Ramy’s absence. In fact, even after the Pittsburgh Pro event, which was on May 6-7th, Ramy and his team were virtually silent with no explanation. Now just two and a half weeks later, Ramy has opened up and spoken directly for the first time about the issue.
Ramy later broke his silence about missing this event but did not give a concrete reason outside of “personal issues.”
Big Ramy plans to compete in the 2024 Olympia as of now and it will be interesting if he can make it to the show in his best shape possible.
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