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1970 Mr World
« on: December 01, 2008, 12:22:12 AM »
As everyone knows 1970 produced a Major shift in the Bodybuilding ranks with Sergio being replaced as number 1 by the young upstart Arnold who placed 2nd to Sergio @ the 1969 Ifbb Mr Olympia, @ the aau Mr World in 1970 Sergio's rule as number 1 had come to a abrupt end and things for the 3 time MR OLYMPIA would never be the same again.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #1 on: December 01, 2008, 12:26:46 AM »
................. :o

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #2 on: December 01, 2008, 12:45:47 AM »
Kenny Waller won the Amateur division...

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« Reply #3 on: December 01, 2008, 12:48:14 AM »
The Massive guns of Sergio

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« Reply #4 on: December 01, 2008, 12:54:05 AM »
................ :P

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #5 on: December 01, 2008, 01:01:12 AM »
A not so common shot of Dave, Sergio and Arnold @ the 70 world...

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #6 on: December 01, 2008, 05:39:11 PM »
Good stuff, thanks for the pics. ;)

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #7 on: December 02, 2008, 12:42:40 AM »
That twisting back double biceps is just mind blowing. Thanks to timfogarty for the following, from Muscle Builder: Vol 12, Number 10, Page 13. May, 1971.

1970 MR. WORLD CONTESTS

by OSCAR STATE, General Secretary, International Weightlifitng Federation

To add further garnish to the rich feast offered by the 1970 World Weightlifting Championships in Columbus, Ohio, organizer Jim Lorimer, aided by Dick Brentlinger, staged amateur and professional "Mr. World" contests before 5,000 enthusiastic spectators in the luxurious veterans Memorial Auditorium. To ensure that we could again savor this rich fare, ABC "Wide World of Sport" were there to record the event for television-the first time such an event would be seen on 50 million screens across the world.

The amateur event was held in two height classes on Saturday, September 19. In the short man class were Mohamed Nassiri (Iran), George Newton (England) Nasrollah Dehnavi (Iran) Anibal Lopez (New York) Jerome Currin (Indianapolis) Jim Handly (York) and Curt Haywood (Pataskala). Curt who trained locally in Columbus, had wisely followed his trainer's advice to reduce his bodyweight in order to acquire more definition, and was a popular winner of this class.

Competitors in the tall man class were Robert Holden (Washington) Kent Kuch (Lansing) Tommy Johnson (Columbus) Rolando Pintoy (Philippines) Carl Smith (Richmond) Gene Massey (Florida) and Ken Waller (Cincinnati). Ken, who had won the 1969 "Mr. U.S.A." title was a standout winner, and also the worthy winner of the overall title.

The line-up for the professional "Mr. World" contest was sensational. The short men were Ladislav Szalai (Czechoslovakia) Zabo Koszewski (U.S.A.) Franco Colombu (Italy) and Boyer Coe (U.S.A.) The tall men were Dave Draper (U.S.A.) Sergio Oliva (Cuba) Arnold Schwarzenegger (Austria) and Dennis Tenerino (U.S.A.) This was the first time that most of these men had competed together in the same contest. It was also my first view of some of them, and I eyed them with critical interest as they lined up under the bright television lights against a fitting background of Grecian columns. After introductions from a very capable Master of Ceremonies, the contest swung into life. The M.C. invited them to show off a couple of their favorite poses, so that the international panel of judges could form their first assessments. I was responsible for finding six of the judges from among the many experienced officials who attended the world championships-M. Nassr (Egypt) E. Dorotheo (Philippines) M. Makouk (Lebanon) J. Dionne (Canada) J. Mason (England) A. Yessaian (Iraq). Dick Brentlinger served as Chairman of the judges.

Oliva was the first to respond to the M.C.'s invitation and swung into a series of muscular poses, showing off his huge arms from various angles. The crowd roared their delight at seeing all these muscle-men performing simultaneously. A glint appeared in the eyes of Schwarzenegger who was right beside Oliva. The tall tanned Austrian began matching Oliva pose for pose, and the T.V. cameras swung from one to the other. But this exciting phase of the contest was all too quickly over, and the next round began as each man posed individually. Szalai had a very smooth routine but lacked impressive bulk. Veteran Koszewski was beginning to show his age, at 48 probably the oldest competing bodybuilder in the States, and even the famed abdominals were not as sharp as I remembered them. Still he posed with grace, and drew warm applause. Colombu bounded onto the posing pedestal, a merry smile on his handsome face, and began his fine routine, showing off to perfection, his tremendously muscular physique, whose well tied-in proportions owed a lot to his athletic and weightlifting background. For most people in this part of the States, it was their first view of him, and they gasped and then cheered. Boyer Coe was very good, but did not have the same symmetry as Colombu. Like many bodybuilders without weightlifting experience, he lacked muscle on his shoulders, and upper trapezius, but what he had, he showed off expertly and smoothly. It was obviously to be a close contest between him and Colombu. The M.C. soon settled our doubt-a delighted and popular first Franco Colombu, second Boyer Coe, third Ladislav Szalai.

Now the big boys came on. Draper looked even bigger and more impressive than in his photos, and his famous poses which have graced many magazine covers were greeted with roars of appreciation. Yet to me, there was just something lacking, a little of that sparkle and life that seemed to indicate that he was not really at ease or in his top form. Oliva next, and it was soon obvious that scores of his admirers had shown up. He committed a great blunder by daubing himself overgenerously with oil, which was literally dropping off him. Instead of highlighting his physique, it acted as a mirror, reflecting the powerful T.V. lights and flattening his muscles. He looked smooth in too many parts where the judges would also notice it, particularly his abdominals and thighs. His posing routine was too short and concentrated, mostly on his amazing arm and shoulder development. I formed the impression that he was not fully trained, probably because his three "Mr. Olympia" victories had lulled him into a false confidence. Schwarzenegger gave none of these adverse impressions. Fresh from his "Mr. Universe" victory over Reg Park in London, he was in rock-hard condition, every body-part sharply defined and tied in as though a master sculptor had worked on him to produce the final over-all symmetry. I could not find a fault anywhere, nor obviously could the audience, whose roars grew louder and louder. Tenerino Was unfortunate in following, but gave a brave display of really artistic posing that could well have won top honors in most- other physique contests.

The judges, intent on doing their job as correctly and conscientiously as possible, called these four back to pose together again, and how the crowd loved it, as they matched pose for pose. This was a real contest. At last the judges were satisfied, and the M.C. called for silence to announce the results-3rd Dave Draper, 2nd Sergio Oliva, and the dusky Cuban's confident smile was replaced by a look of shocked disbelief. "Mr. World 1970" Arnold Schwarzenegger! Only a few diehard Oliva followers protested, but the thousands who crammed the auditorium roared their agreement and approval. I heard afterwards that all seven judges were unanimous in giving Arnold first place. Smiling in triumph, Arnold received his huge silver trophy, and an electric watch, and his smile grew even wider when Jim Lorimer gave him the unexpected, but wholly delightful news that he would receive a purse of $500.00. A television interview followed, and I hope that all you readers will have the opportunity to see that, and what was undoubtedly one of the greatest physique shows ever on your screens at home. It is gratifying to learn that the huge success of this contest may persuade Jim Lorimer and Dick Brentlinger to make it an annual event.

So, as you look at the fantastic physiques displayed in this issue, let your mind go back to where it all began. And give thanks to Joe Weider, the man responsible for the present fantastic generation of fabulous stars!

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #8 on: December 02, 2008, 04:33:23 PM »
Fantasic write-up of the contest thanks for posting :)

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #9 on: December 02, 2008, 05:23:32 PM »
More 1970 aau Mr World...

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #10 on: December 02, 2008, 05:28:03 PM »
............... :)

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #11 on: December 02, 2008, 09:40:20 PM »
Thanks for posting, johnny1. Haven't seen most of those pics before.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #12 on: December 02, 2008, 09:48:24 PM »
The last shot of Arnold and Franco is one of my favorites from this contest.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #13 on: December 02, 2008, 10:42:00 PM »
Which was more prestigious at that time .....the amateur AAU Mr. World or IFBB Mr. World? And was the IFBB version pro or amateur?
Clearly the Pro. AAU Mr. World with Arnold and Sergio was the most prestigious between all 3 contests.

Also, why was the Professional Mr. World an AAU event an not an IFBB event considering Weider stars Sergio and Arnold competed in it?

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #14 on: December 03, 2008, 09:54:58 PM »
Which was more prestigious at that time .....the amateur AAU Mr. World or IFBB Mr. World? And was the IFBB version pro or amateur?
Clearly the Pro. AAU Mr. World with Arnold and Sergio was the most prestigious between all 3 contests.

Also, why was the Professional Mr. World an AAU event an not an IFBB event considering Weider stars Sergio and Arnold competed in it?

Good questions. As to what was the most prestigious, maybe one of our older members can answer this one.

The 1970 IFBB Mr. World was neither a professional or amateur contest. Prior to 1971, there weren't strict rules in the IFBB as to whether you had to be a professional or amateur to enter a contest, nor which organisation(s) you could compete in.

The 1971 IFBB Mr. Universe was the first contest that barred contestants from entering due to either competing for rival organisations or in Franco's case, competing as a pro in the amateur Mr. World of that year. Ben Weider made this speech during the opening of the 1971 IFBB Mr. Universe:

"If bodybuilding is to become an Olympic Games event it must have an amateur division and it must have rules and regulations specifying who is eligible or not to compete in amateur and professional categories..."

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #15 on: December 04, 2008, 04:08:01 AM »
Thanks, GoneAway. I didn't realize Ben Weider was considering bodybuilding as an Olympic event that far back.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #16 on: December 04, 2008, 07:51:56 PM »
Jim Lorimar promoted this contest. Arnold barely spoke english, but told Jim after the event that he liked his style and when he retired he would hook up and promote shows together.

in 1976 they promoted the mr. Olympia and since then they have had a show in Columbus everyyear since.

another example of Arnold's confidence and foresight.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #17 on: December 04, 2008, 09:56:40 PM »
Jim Lorimar promoted this contest. Arnold barely spoke english, but told Jim after the event that he liked his style and when he retired he would hook up and promote shows together.

in 1976 they promoted the mr. Olympia and since then they have had a show in Columbus everyyear since.

another example of Arnold's confidence and foresight.

Apparently when Jim Lorimer called Arnold to invite him to the contest, Arnold was in the middle of a training session and wouldn't be interrupted, so he asked to call Jim back after he was done training. That's dedication right there.

Here are some shots of the amateurs. Ken Waller looks like a 1970's bodybuilder version of Michelangelo's "David."

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #18 on: December 04, 2008, 09:58:54 PM »
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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #19 on: December 05, 2008, 04:14:30 AM »
It's great to see other competitors as I've only seen pics of Arnold and Sergio from the show. Thanks, Johnny1 and GoneAway.  8)

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #20 on: December 05, 2008, 07:05:00 PM »


another example of Arnold's confidence and foresight.

I don't know about confidence or foresight. That example's Arnold having opportunity shoved in his face for minimal effort.

Same thing with real estate-his mentors including a german businessman, joe gold and weider all guiding him from the beginning. Now of course he took the ball and ran with it, but he also had lots of help in every respect along the way. :)

Of course Arnold always presents it in ways that are self-serving, that's Arnold and the huge ego. It works, lots buy into the spinning he does. Such as claiming even recently while campaigning that he came to America "as an immigrant, with nothing". Absurd garbage-he came here with a contract, car and apartment in hand. Big difference from your standard immigrant!

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #21 on: December 06, 2008, 03:42:13 AM »
It's great to see other competitors as I've only seen pics of Arnold and Sergio from the show. Thanks, Johnny1 and GoneAway.  8)

What's funny is the AAU Mr. World was a couple of days after the NABBA Mr. Universe, yet the lighting absolutely washes out the condition these guys were in. Arnold was shredded at the Universe, yet looks somewhat soft here in most shots.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #22 on: December 06, 2008, 03:35:56 PM »
Great Shots Goneaway! hes a larger clearer shot of arnold and sergio trading shots.

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #23 on: December 06, 2008, 04:47:19 PM »
Great Shots Goneaway! hes a larger clearer shot of arnold and sergio trading shots.

Thanks, Johnny. If you happen to find a larger copy of this one, please do post!

BTW, who did you have winning the pro division?

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Re: 1970 Mr World
« Reply #24 on: December 06, 2008, 10:04:09 PM »
Thanks, Johnny. If you happen to find a larger copy of this one, please do post!

BTW, who did you have winning the pro division?
Thats a tuff one, because in quiet a few pictures Arnold looks to have the wood on Sergio, thing is with Sergio Ive noticed in alot of his pictures just standing there he doesn,t blow you away as Arnold does,  when Sergio opens up and starts posing he seems to transform alot in size, from most the shots @ the 70 World Arnold had noticeably improved his Quad mass from the 69 O and Sergio as has been mentioned alot b4, had way too much oil on blurring too a certain extent what Definition he had, i think the right result was Arnold winning the 1970 World because of the improvements Arnold had made and Sergio showing up Smoother than he had in past years couple that with the Oil issue, glaring lights etc.