MEDELLIN (DA) — Joel Anthonij won the Masters Bodybuilding 40+ title and earned his pro card at Mr. Universe Colombia 2026 on Sunday, while fellow Curaçao representative Jesus Vivas finished second in Men’s Bodybuilding lightweight, the Curaçao Body Building & Fitness Federation (CBBFF) announced.
Anthonij also placed third in the Men’s Bodybuilding over-90-kilogram category at the Oct. 11 competition, giving the two athletes three podium finishes.
CBBFF praised both athletes’ performances and said it plans to take more competitors to international events in 2027.