“An IFBB PRO sanctioned competition that will open the doors for potential bodybuilders from the Middle East. It’s an experience, which step towards competing for Mr. Olympia competitions. The competition will be open to all IFBB PRO athletes interested in competing and finally be rewarded. As a competitor, expect an exciting and competitive event that may give you once in a life time experience.

This will be the IFBB qualifying event that will secure the Top three (3) finalists to secure a spot to compete for the upcoming 2010 Mr. Olympia in Las Vegas, Nevada USA. This particular event will also be graced by well known Olympians such as Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, Dexter Jackson, Victor Martinez and Phil Heath.”

The event is a week after the 2009 Olympia and may be a pretty smart move toward spreading the sport of bodybuilding to the middle east. Though there is one concern. Will there be a female contest? Seems like the female bodybuilders are getting a bit angry about the lack of attention to their sport lately and this is just another case where they wont be welcome.

Check out http://www.physiqueweekend.com for more details.