Mentzer couldn't even beat Zane the prior year even though he won the Heavyweight class.
Natural O is finally interviewing Arnold for his Legends show. He's putting them up on YouTube in 20 minute segments. Arnold talks about this incident. He said he knew Mike from the gym and knew he was easily rattled and prone to losing his temper. He knew Mike would get so flipping livid that he'd lose his focus. So he made the 'big gut' comment.At the 25 minute mark.
notice you avoid the "Jimmy Savile" thread stud
Mentzer never looked this good. Nobody on stage at the 80 Olympia did. Maybe Tinnerino came close. The closest Mike did was in 78 at that USA vs the World competition. Thats the contest with the head on shot of Mentzer standing relaxed. Thats about the best Mike ever looked that and the most muscular he's hitting, I think he was standing on muscle rock.
Perfect physique right there. Millions were inspired to lift by those outdoor Sydney pics.