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Bill Richardson shows it all at the WABBA Mr Europe

The heavily muscled Bill Richards proves too strong for the competition at the 1978 Mr Europe. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #222 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #223 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #224 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #225 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #226 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #227 - MuscleMag…

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IFBB World Championships in Acapulco

The 1978 Mr Universe was the first time in history that the USA won all weight categories.  Mike Mentzer (Heavyweight), Tom Platz (Middleweight) and Carlos Rodriquez (Lightweight).  This is an excellent contest report that covers the event. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #160 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #161 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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Gold’s Classic

The 1978 Golds Classic was a spectacular.   The line up was star studded and this contest report is a great read! Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #146 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #147 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #148 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #149 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #150 - MuscleMag International…

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Mr Canada 1978 OABBA

Contest Recap from the 1978 Mr Canada event. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #82 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #83 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #84 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #85 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #86 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #87 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #88 - MuscleMag International (Annual…

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More Olympia Impressions

Robert Nailon from Australia provides a brief overview of his experience at the 1978 Mr Olympia. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #100 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #101 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #102 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #103 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4)

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WBBG at the Lincoln Center

Another Dan Lurie extravaganza!  The 1978 WBBG Pro Events.  Anibal Lopez would capture the Mr America title, Lesley Boxer the Miss Body Beautiful USA and the Miss Olympus, whilst Sergio Oliva would win the major title of the evening the Mr Olympus  uncontested. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #76 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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We Are the Champions

Dennis Tinerino captures the first NBA Natural Mr America in 1978.  Chet Yorton, the champion of the non-steroid cause, was the muscle behind the contest. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #8 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #9 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #10 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #11 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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1978 NABBA Mr Universe

The 1978 NABBA Mr Universe for both Amateur and Professional competitors was held in London England.  Bertil Fox would outpoint Serge Nubret for the Professional title whilst Dave Johns would win the overall Amateur title. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #64 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #65 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #66 -…

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1978 Mr Olympia Dramatics

Frank Zane captures his second Mr Olympia crown.  Robby Robinson would finish 2nd and Roy Callendar 3rd.    A disappointed and angered Kalman Szkalak, the 5th place finisher, expressed his disappointment with the now infamous "Nailed to the Cross!" pose.  No doubt about it he felt that he was maliciously crucified. This 17…

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