The Italy Pro just got a whole lot more interesting.
Fresh off his victory over Sasan Heirati in France two weeks ago, William Bonac has officially confirmed that he will compete at next week’s Italy Pro. The win in France already secured Bonac’s qualification for the 2026 Olympia, meaning the veteran Dutch-Ghanaian star can compete with one thing most of his rivals don’t have - peace of mind.
However, don’t expect Bonac to take his foot off the gas.
Standing across from him will be Behrouz Tabani, who arrives in Italy after a frustrating week. Just 24 hours ago, Tabani’s hopes of competing at the Empro Classic in Alicante were dashed after his Spanish visa application was rejected, preventing fans from witnessing a highly anticipated clash with Bonac on Spanish soil.
Now, Italy gets the matchup instead.
Unlike Bonac, Tabani still has work to do. The Iranian superstar has yet to secure his Olympia qualification, adding extra pressure to every pose he hits on stage. With an Olympia ticket still up for grabs, expect Tabani to bring his trademark combination of freaky muscle density and razor-sharp conditioning.
As if Bonac versus Tabani wasn’t enough, another dangerous name is in the equation.
Jordan Hutchinson will make his 2026 season debut in Italy before heading straight to Portugal the following week. Jordan has built momentum over the past year and represents a genuine threat if he arrives at his absolute best.
The result is a fascinating triple threat battle featuring a former Olympia podium finisher, one of the world’s most dangerous uncapped contenders, and an ambitious rising star looking to make a statement.
On paper, this could be the box-office attraction of European bodybuilding in 2026 so far.
Bonac brings experience and championship pedigree. Behrouz brings urgency and unfinished business. Jordan brings momentum and unpredictability.
Next week in Italy, one thing is certain: the fans are getting the showdown they were hoping to see all along.
