His first Arnold Classic was in 2006, where he placed 14th, followed by his first Ironman Pro Invitational in the same year, where he placed 10th. He also competed in the Mr. Olympia Europe in 2009 where he placed 3rd overall after Ronnie Coleman who was 1st.
His inaugural Arnold Classic took place in 2006, where he finished 14th, followed by his first Ironman Pro Invitational in the same year, where he secured a 10th position. He also participated in the Mr. Olympia Europe in 2009, where he claimed third spot overall after Ronnie Coleman's first-place finish.