Monday, August 10, 2009

Mr. Bonaire 2009 Was Crowned on August 8, 2009

Each year the bodybuilding tournament which crowns Mr. Bonaire is a popular event, providing standing-room only if one arrives too late.  Images of this year’s competition can be found on the Bonaire Insider Photo Gallery by clicking here.

Trophies are awarded in each of four divisions by weight or age (Juniors, Masters, under 85 kilograms, and over 85 kilograms), while medals are awarded for second or third place.  Additionally, there are trophies for Best Overall and Most Popular.  This year’s winners are:

—Adimir Wanga, First place Junior Division, Second place Under 85 Kilos
—Grensley Pieter, Second place Junior Division, Third place Above 85 Kilos
—Cherry Pekeri, First place Under 85 Kilos
—Ruben Sanchez, First place Masters Division, Third place Under 85 Kilos
—Jose Saleh, Second place Above 85 Kilos, Second place Masters Division
—Arien Cado, First Place Above 85 Kilos, and Overall Winner
—Wendell Pieter, Third place Masters Division

Many of these winners will now continue on to the Antillean finals, held in Sint Maarten in September.  We wish all the Bonaire competitors good luck!  (Source:  Bonaire Insider reporter)