In very Controversial fashion, Arnold Schwarzenegger emerged from a 5 year retirement to win his 7th Mr Olympia title on October, 4 1980 in Sydney Australia. This a a flash report of the contest. Source: Joe Weider's Muscle and Fitness (Collector Edition) (Jan 1981)
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An interesting interview with Boyer Coe shortly after his 4th place finish at the 1980 Mr Olympia. Boyer expresses his options on the judging, back stage confrontations and the fallout. Source: Muscle Digest (June 1981)
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Arnold provides insight into how he came about to deciding to return to competition. He also touches on the aftermath of his victory to capture his 7th Olympia crown. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Feb 1981)
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Arnolds comeback resulted in a seventh Olympia Victory. But many expert observers felt his victory was a miscarriage of justice and a setback to the sport. This 1980 Olympia report is one of the best I have read. Jack Neary does a wonderful job of covering all aspects of this most disputed event. Source: Muscle…
A must read! Arnold discusses his 1980 Mr Olympia victory. He touches on his reasons for entry, the secrecy behind it, the injury that almost derailed and the reaction to his victory. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.10)
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On March 1 1980 Paul Graham was able to conduct an interview with Chris Dickerson leading into the 1980 Mr Olympia. It touches on his background, training, diet and a whole lot more. Chris would ultimately finish a disputed second to Arnold Schwarzenegger. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.6)
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Bodybuilding only appealed to the hardcore fans in the late 1970's in Australian. Would the Olympia change this?
I have also include details of the committee, judges and program for those interested (prior to finalization)
Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8)
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One of the all time greats Bill Pearl will be in charge of the judging panel at the 1980 Mr Olympia. This was not to be the case. Bill excused himself due to his association with 2nd place competitor Chris Dickerson. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8)
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So who is going to win the 1980 Mr Olympia. if you could pick the top 5 you win a years subscription to Australasian Muscle & Fitness. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8)
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A copy of the 1980 IFBB Code of Ethics for anyone that is interested. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8)
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The excitement was building as the 1980 Mr Olympia was on the horizon. The legendary Reg Park would be a special guest poser. Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.8)
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Mike Mentzer discusses his plans to capture the 1980 Mr Olympia in Sydney Australia.
Source: Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.1 No.5)
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