Derek Lunsford Dominates Mr. Olympia 2023, Secures Significant Prize Money

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He faced a tough competition against Hadi Choopan, last year's champion

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The top three finalists were decided during the pre-judging round

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Derek Lunsford won the title and received $400,000 in prize money

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Hadi Choopan earned $150,000 for his second-place finish

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Samson Dauda secured third place with a prize of $100,000

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Brandon Curry finished fourth and took home $40,000

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Andrew Jacked claimed fifth place and received $35,000

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The competition featured strong performances from Brandon Curry , Michal Krizo, Tonio Burton, Regan Grimes, and Charles Griffen

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Derek Lunsford was also honored with the 2023 People's Olympia Champ award

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