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IFBB World Championships in Acapulco

ContestsJanuary 23, 2024314Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

Gold’s Classic

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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…

Mr Canada 1978 OABBA

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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…

More Olympia Impressions

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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)

Nice One Cincinnati! Mr America 1978

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On Saturday evening, September the 2nd, bodybuilding aficionados from across the United States jammed into the majestic Cincinnati Music Hall auditorium to witness the main event in the realm of muscledom...the crowning of a new Mr. America. Tony Pearson would prevail and take the crown over other class winners Ron Teufel and Manual Perry. Source:…

WBBG at the Lincoln Center

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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…

We Are the Champions

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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…

1978 NABBA Mr Universe

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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 -…

1978 Mr Olympia Dramatics

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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…

Mr Europe & Miss Europa 1977

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A flash report of the 1977 Mr Europe and Miss Europa. Jacques Neuville and Linda Cheeseman would take out the majoe titiles. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #180 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #181 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #183 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3)

NABBA Mr & Miss Britain 1977

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A flash report of the 1977 NABBA Mr Britain. Eddie McDonough beat out a solid field which included Bill Richardson and Walter O'Malley. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #190 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #191 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3)

Mr USA & Mr Teenage USA 1977

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Ron Koontz takes the 1977 AAU Mr USA title. This article provides photos and judges scorecards. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #148 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #149 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #150 - MuscleMag International (Annual 3)