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Roelly Winklaar Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

Roelly Winklaar Then

Roelly Winklaar was born on June 18, 1976, in Willemstad, Curacao. He moved to the Netherlands with his family when he was young. Winklaar began bodybuilding in his early 20s and quickly became a top competitor. He won the Dutch National Bodybuilding Championships in 2002 and 2003. Winklaar made his international debut in 2004 at the Arnold Amateur Championships, where he finished second. He won the Arnold Amateur Championships the following year and earned his IFBB Pro Card.

Winklaar made his IFBB Pro debut in 2006 at the San Francisco Pro where he placed 12th. He competed in several other IFBB Pro shows in 2006 and 2007, but it was not until 2008 that he had his breakthrough season. He won the Arnold Classic Europe in 2008 and placed second at the Arnold Classic and Mr. Olympia.

Competitive History

* 2002 Dutch National Bodybuilding Championships – 1st
* 2003 Dutch National Bodybuilding Championships – 1st
* 2004 Arnold Amateur Championships – 2nd
* 2005 Arnold Amateur Championships – 1st
* 2006 San Francisco Pro – 12th
* 2008 Arnold Classic Europe – 1st
* 2008 Arnold Classic – 2nd
* 2008 Mr. Olympia – 2nd

Life History

Winklaar is married to Doris Bačić, a Croatian bodybuilder. They have two children together. Winklaar is a Christian and is known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his sport. He is also a popular figure in the bodybuilding community and is known for his friendly and outgoing personality.

Roelly Winklaar Now

Winklaar continues to compete in bodybuilding and is one of the top contenders in the Open division. He is also a successful businessman and owns his own line of supplements and clothing. Winklaar is also active in the bodybuilding community and is a mentor to many aspiring bodybuilders.

Winklaar is an inspiration to many and is a role model for anyone who wants to achieve their fitness goals. He is a true bodybuilding legend and will be remembered as one of the greatest of all time.