The 1997 Ms. Olympia contest was an IFBB professional bodybuilding competition that was held on November 22, 1997, at the Beacon Theatre in New York City, New York. It was the 18th Ms. Olympia competition held.
Prize money
- 1st - $50,000
- 2nd - $20,000
- 3rd - $10,000
- 4th - $6,000
- 5th - $5,000
- 6th - $3,000
- 7th - $2,500
- 8th - $2,000
- 9th - $1,500
- 10th - $1,000
Total: $101,000
Rounds
- Round 1 (Symmetry Round): Judging the overall balance and proportion of contestants' physiques.
- Round 2 (Muscularity/Conditioning Round): Focused on muscle size, definition, and conditioning, emphasizing leanness and muscle separation.
- Round 3 (Compulsory Poses Round): Contestants performed mandatory poses to highlight their muscle groups and overall physique.
- Round 4 (Posing Routine Round): A choreographed routine to music, showcasing contestants' presentation skills and creativity.
Results
Scorecard
Notable events
- Nicole Bass, at , was the heaviest Ms. Olympia competitor to compete by this point.
See also
References
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