A bodybuilding champion has accused competitors of using fake muscles, criticizing what they describe as "plastic building" in the sport. The allegation was reported by Brent Schrotenboer for USA TODAY Sports on November 9, 2026.
The champion, whose name was not disclosed in the initial report, argued that the use of artificial enhancements undermines the integrity of bodybuilding. Further details about the specific claims and the context of the allegations were not immediately available.
