Married couple scoop awards at Mr & Miss Universe Contest

A married couple have proved the ultimate power duo after scooping major titles at the world’s best known bodybuilding contest.

Tim Rosiek and Vaida Bartulyte Rosiek made history on the global bodybuilding stage, achieving phenomenal success at the 76th NABBA Mr & Miss Universe Championships, the most prestigious amateur bodybuilding event in the world.

The National Amateur Bodybuilding Association (NABBA) Universe has long been the proving ground for legends such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Frank Zane.

Now Tim, 42, and Vaida, 39, have added their names to that elite legacy.

After 22 years of dedication to the sport, Tim achieved his lifelong dream claiming the Class 2 Mr Universe Title — completing an extraordinary career triple of British Champion, World Champion, and now Universe Champion.

Competing on the same day, his wife Vaida took 3rd Place in the Miss Universe Bikini Over 35 class.

Having previously finished as runner-up in the contest, the victory marked the pinnacle of Tim’s long competitive journey and cements his place among bodybuilding’s greats.

Tim, who runs a personal training studio in South Cheshire, said: “This has been my dream since I first stepped on stage.

“To finally stand where my heroes once did and bring that title home, is beyond words.

“To have my wife there with me on the same day, sharing the glory, really was a dream come true.

“It’s proof that partnership — in life and in training — is our greatest strength.”

Vaida had never exercised before meeting Tim just a few years ago but has since carved out her own incredible path in record time.

A dedicated member of the Crewe Harriers Running Club, Vaida took this year off from running to train exclusively with Tim for the Universe.

The decision paid off in spectacular fashion — she won the Mornflake-sponsored North West Championships, claimed the British Title in June, and in her debut season on the international stage, secured third place honours in the Miss Universe Bikini Over 35 class.

She said: “Five years ago, I couldn’t have imagined being on a bodybuilding stage.

“This journey has completely changed my life and to share it with my husband makes it even more special.”

Founded in 1948, the NABBA Universe Championships is one of the longest-running and most respected bodybuilding contests in the world, known for launching the careers of bodybuilding legends and celebrating the very best in physique excellence and athletic artistry.

The Mr & Miss Universe Championships, staged in Gateshead, Newcastle drew competitors from around the world.

A spokesman said: “Together, Tim and Vaida have become an inspiring example of what can be achieved through passion, partnership, and perseverance — both in marriage and in sport.

“Their shared success marks a historic moment not only for them personally but also for British bodybuilding.”

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Bodybuilding champs Tim and Vaida who is a member of Crewe Harriers running club