Bodybuilding shows in Ireland will be rescheduled due to COVID restrictions.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the sport of bodybuilding for a year and a half now. It has not stopped and seems like there is not much of an end in sight. While the sport has been able to see the biggest events happen, there are still some issues — especially regarding travel. Because of this, Musclecontest Ireland has been forced to make a move.
Brian Bullman posted a video on Instagram explaining some changes that will be happening. This includes contests being rescheduled to 2022 because of issues with travel. The Musclecontest Ireland was originally scheduled for Dec. 4 and will be moved to May 2022. The video can be seen on Musclecontest Ireland’s Instagram page.
“To all Irish and International NPC and IFBB pro athletes, it is with a heavy heart that we bring you this news. Due to the ever changing COVID regulations for both entering and leaving Ireland it has becoming increasingly more difficult to host an event of the magnitude that Musclecontest Ireland has.
In order to facilitate you, the athletes, with the best possible experience it has been decided that the 2021 Event will be pushed to May 2022 where we will be able to give you the experience and opportunities to compete at the highest levels that you’ve become accustomed to with Musclecontest International, the NPC Worldwide and the IFBB Professional League.”
This is something that has caused issues with some competitors getting into the United States for competition. William Bonac was unable to defend his title at the Arnold Classic and Nathan De Asha had some difficulties heading into the Olympia as well.
It is clear that this is something that has caused plenty of change already and there is even more upcoming out of Ireland.
“2022 will be bigger and better than ever, more sponsors, more events such and strongman, powerlfiting, Strict Curl, arm wrestling, martial arts and more.
We hope to see you all in 2022, bigger and better than ever.
Your Brothers in Iron
Brian Bullman
Tamer & Terrick El GuindyPlease continue to support those companies supporting Irish Bodybuilding, Musclecontest International, the NPC and IFBB Pro League”
Bullman is a former champion bodybuilder from Limerick, Ireland. Bullman has won seven championships in his home country and has continued to be an influential name in the sport. He has spent the better part of three decades within the sport, both as a competitor and a judge.
In the video, Bullman vows that 2022 will be a year full of even more excitement. This includes sponsors and business off stage along with events and powerlifting on stage. This is a move to keep competitors safe and make the process less strenuous moving forward.
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