This is Baker’s first Arnold Classic USA win.

Last updated on February 28th, 2025

Jaclyn Baker is the 2025 Fitness International champion — her first Arnold Classic US victory. This was one of the seven contests held at the 2025 Arnold Classic weekend in Columbus, OH. A new champion was guaranteed due to the absence of three-time champion Ariel Khadr.

Michelle Fredua-Mensah ranked second overall, and Tamara Vahn rounded out the top three:

2025 Arnold Classic Results — Fitness

1. Jaclyn Baker
2. Michelle Fredua-Mensah
3. Tamara Vahn
4. Amber Steffen
5. Andrea Glass
6. Tiffany Chandler
7. Jaclyn Baker
8. Rene Brosch
9. Michelle Fredua-Mensah
10. Michelle Gales
11. Minna Pajulahti
12. Michaela Pavleova

Winner — Jaclyn Baker

After multiple years and many attempts, Baker has finally secured her first major Fitness title. She was in the final call out of three judges, and her routine sealed the deal. Promoter Arnold Schwarzenegger presented her with the trophy as champion. 

Second Place — Michelle Fredua-Mensah

Fredua-Mensah put on an incredible routine, but it was not enough to oust Baker from the top of the podium. This is her highest rank in this competition thus far in her pro career, and she proved she can contend for the 2025 Olympia later this year, presuming she wins a pro show during the 2025 season.

Third Place — Tamara Vahn

Vahn settled for bronze, but she has good reason to feel confident for the rest of the season. The fans gave her a great ovation as she accepted her award. If she volunteers to do another show this season, she will be a favorite to win.

The bodybuilding competitions and the Arnold Strongman and Strongwoman Classic competitions continue through Saturday night, March 1. BarBend will post updates on all things Arnold-related throughout the weekend.

Fans watching at home can register for the free livestream on the Arnold Sports website to see all the action as it happens in the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

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