HRISTOMIR HRISTOV (BULGARIA)

Hristomir Hristov, the 2009 European and world bodybuilding “King”, lives in Veliko Tarnovo, a Bulgarian historical city often called the “City of the Tsars” as it was the capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire. And Hristomir, taking into account his all competitive career and achievements, might be called the “Bodybuilding Tsar”. He won almost all titles available in amateur bodybuilding, except the World Men’s overall title. Maybe this year…

He began his competitive career in 1996 and then went through four categories, from 65 to 80 kg (at 156 cm body height!) but the best body conditions achieved in 75 kg class. He won Balkan Championships twice (1999 and 2003), European Championships twice (2004 and 2009 + overall) and World Championships twice (2004 and 2009). He is short, massive, with full and rounded muscles. When in shape, is almost unbeatable. Recently, he said – “My plans for the next year include the 2010 Arnold Amateur International Championships.”

Picture:
With beautiful trophy provided by the Serbian Federation for the 2009 overall winner.
by Arnold Tokko.