Weightlifter Dylan Cooper to Compete in the Enhanced Games

Enhanced (NASDAQ:APAD) announced that weightlifter Dylan Cooper will compete at the Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas.

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Enhanced (NASDAQ:APAD) announced that weightlifter Dylan Cooper will compete at the Enhanced Games on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas. Cooper, 29, is a former Jr. Pan American bronze medalist and two-time junior national champion.

Cooper will join the competition and participate in Enhanced's medical program independently under licensed U.S. medical supervision and will not be part of Enhanced's ongoing clinical trial group training in Abu Dhabi.

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Market Context

This announcement adds another decorated athlete, Dylan Cooper, to the Enhanced Games field and clar...

Analysis

This announcement adds another decorated athlete, Dylan Cooper, to the Enhanced Games field and clarifies his participation in the medical program outside the core clinical trial group. In the context of prior news on athlete signings, sponsorships, and the pending business combination, it continues to build the narrative around the May 24, 2026 Las Vegas event. Investors may watch how consistently the roster deepens, how the medical protocols are positioned, and how these developments intersect with regulatory disclosures.

Key Figures

Event date: May 24, 2026 Athlete age: 29 Junior Pan Am medals: 2 bronze medals +2 more

Event date

May 24, 2026

Enhanced Games competition in Las Vegas

Athlete age

29

Age of weightlifter Dylan Cooper

Junior Pan Am medals

2 bronze medals

Junior Pan American Championships 2015–2016

World ranking

8th place

IWF Junior World Championships 2017

Weight classes

94 kg and 105 kg

Cooper’s junior national championship categories

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 18

5 events

1. Mar 18

   Business update

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   Launch of performance medicine platform and 40-athlete clinical trial details.

2. Mar 09

   Athlete signing

   24h Move

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   Tristan Evelyn announced as non-enhanced sprinter for inaugural Games.

3. Mar 04

   Partnership deal

   24h Move

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   Caliwater named official hydration partner for May 24 Las Vegas event.

4. Mar 03

   Athlete signing

   24h Move

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   Olympic swimmer Hunter Armstrong confirmed as non-enhanced competitor.

5. Feb 12

   SPAC registration

   24h Move

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   Form S-4 filed for business combination to form Enhanced Group Inc.

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Jr. Pan American Games Bronze Medalist Deepens Field

Will Participate in Enhanced Medical Program Independent of Clinical Trial

NEW YORK, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Enhanced, the elite sports competition and direct-to-consumer products company today announced that weightlifter Dylan Cooper has signed to compete at the Enhanced Games on May 24th in Las Vegas. Cooper, 29 successfully performed in the international weightlifting landscape after transitioning from CrossFit. Cooper competed for Team USA and was a two-time bronze medalist at the Junior Pan American Championships in 2015-2016 and placed eighth in the world at the IWF Junior World Championships in 2017. He was also a two-time junior National Champion competing in the 94 and 105 kilogram weight classes.

"Dylan is a powerful athlete who has enjoyed growing success as an international level weightlifter," said Rick Adams, Chief Sporting Officer for the Enhanced Games. "We're excited to have him in the field and believe his addition only adds to the competition level and excitement we'll witness in May."

Cooper will participate in the Enhanced medical program independently in adherence to the rules outlined under the competition's charter. He will not be part of Enhanced's ongoing clinical trial study group currently training in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Cooper will train and enhance with licensed medical supervision from the United States.

About Enhanced Business Combination Agreement

On November 26, 2025 Enhanced Ltd ("Enhanced" or the "Company") announced it entered into a definitive business combination agreement with A Paradise Acquisition Corp. ("A Paradise") (NASDAQ: APAD), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), with the intent to bring its global sports business to the U.S. public markets. The transaction is pending regulatory review by the United States Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). On February 12, 2026 A Paradise and Enhanced jointly announced an update with the public filing of a registration statement on Form S-4 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") in connection with their previously announced proposed business combination.

About The Enhanced Games

The Enhanced Games will champion scientific innovation and integrity in elite sporting competition. Enhanced believes in an objective, evidence-based approach to competition, one that celebrates athletic excellence and unlocks athletes' full potential. The Enhanced Games is not only creating a sporting event that is thrilling for spectators but also a beacon for scientific transparency and athlete welfare. By putting athletes first, it gives them the opportunity to reach their full potential and be compensated accordingly, all while ensuring their safety through rigorous medical supervision and scientific oversight. The inaugural Enhanced Games will take place on May 24, 2026 and will be held at a purpose-built competition complex at Resorts World Las Vegas. The Games will offer unprecedented financial incentives to athletes.

About Enhanced Ltd

Enhanced, is an elite sports competition and performance products company committed to giving athletes and people alike access to products that optimize their health, performance and recovery. The Enhanced Performance Product line provides consumers access to products, and protocols that optimize health, longevity and vitality. As a premium brand, Enhanced aims to revolutionize and lead the Performance Medicine category.

For more information about mission of Enhanced please visit www.enhanced.com

Contact

Chris Jones

Chief Communications Officer, Enhanced Games

media@enhanced.com

Manny Cedeno

Berk Communications

EnhancedGames@Berkcommunications.com

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FAQ

When will Dylan Cooper compete for Enhanced (APAD) at the Enhanced Games?

Dylan Cooper will compete on May 24, 2026 in Las Vegas. According to Enhanced, Cooper has signed to join the event and will be part of the athlete roster for the single-day competition.

Is Dylan Cooper part of Enhanced's clinical trial group for APAD?

No, Dylan Cooper will not be in the clinical trial group; he participates independently. According to Enhanced, he will train and receive licensed U.S. medical supervision separate from the Abu Dhabi trial cohort.

What are Dylan Cooper's weightlifting credentials mentioned by Enhanced (APAD)?

Cooper is a two-time Jr. Pan American bronze medalist and two-time junior national champion. According to Enhanced, he also placed eighth at the IWF Junior World Championships and competed in 94/105 kg classes.

Where will Enhanced (APAD) host the Enhanced Games with Dylan Cooper?

The Enhanced Games will take place in Las Vegas on May 24, 2026. According to Enhanced, the event is billed as an elite sports competition featuring signed athletes like Dylan Cooper.

What medical supervision will Dylan Cooper receive while competing for Enhanced (APAD)?

Cooper will receive licensed medical supervision in the United States while participating in Enhanced's medical program. According to Enhanced, his participation is independent and adheres to the competition's charter rules.