Pakistan has achieved a major milestone in international bodybuilding as Hamza Raja has won the overall Mr Universe 2026 title at a championship held in Switzerland.
Representing Pakistan and WAPDA, Raja competed in the Men’s Physique category against athletes from 26 countries. His outstanding performance earned him the gold medal in his category before he went on to secure the prestigious overall championship title.
The victory marks a significant achievement for Pakistan’s bodybuilding community. According to WAPDA, Raja also secured an IFBB Pro Card during the competition, opening the door to professional-level international bodybuilding events.
WAPDA Sports Board congratulated Raja on his historic performance and described the achievement as a proud moment for Pakistan and the organisation. Reports state that Raja became the first Pakistani athlete to win both an overall international title and an IFBB Pro Card at an international bodybuilding competition.
Raja’s success highlights the growing presence of Pakistani athletes on the international bodybuilding stage. His victory is also expected to inspire aspiring bodybuilders across the country to pursue competitive bodybuilding at the global level.
The achievement adds another memorable chapter to Pakistan’s sporting history, with Hamza Raja’s disciplined preparation and strong performance bringing international recognition to the country.
