Muscle Man Strikes Silver Again

The event drew competitors from 49 countries, with Kaldari again reaching the podium in one of the sport’s international contests.

Sami Al Haddad, president of the Bahrain Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, congratulated Kaldari on the result and said the medal added to Bahrain’s record in bodybuilding.

He said the contest brought together leading athletes from around the world, but Kaldari showed the form needed to finish second.

Al Haddad said the result showed the level reached by Bahraini bodybuilders and praised the athletes' work, as well as the backing given to the sport in the kingdom.

He wished Kaldari further success in future events and said the federation would keep supporting Bahraini athletes as they seek to compete in regional and international championships.