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Kevin English Retains 202 Olympia Title Despite Tough Battle With Flex Lewis & Jose Raymond

Published: September 18, 2011

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As he walked out of the Orleans Arena following a tough night at the office, Kevin English knew that he had been in a war. His usual adversary was not standing next to him on stage this time, but rather a two-pronged attack from both sides. Bobbing and weaving his way through the battlefield was [...]

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Phil Heath Defeats Jay Cutler To Become 13th Mr. Olympia in Bodybuilding History

Published: September 18, 2011

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They stood in the same spot on the Orleans Arena stage as they did a year ago, but on this evening it was Phil Heath who heard his name called as the winner. “The Gift” brought an incredible package to the stage and was able to knock out the champ – and his best friend [...]

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Iris Kyle (Ms. Olympia), Adela Garcia (Fitness), Nicole Nagrani (Bikini) All Winners, Final Placings

Published: September 17, 2011

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In perhaps her most difficult battle, Iris Kyle prevailed once again when it was just her and Yaxeni-Oriquen Garcia remaining on the stage at The Orleans Arena in Las Vegas on Friday evening. Both women were worthy of the crown and came to Sin City in peak physical condition. But it was Kyle who heard [...]

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Troy Alves Comes Full Circle With 2011 IFBB Phoenix Pro Win

Published: August 31, 2011

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A year ago at this time, Troy Alves was unsure where his bodybuilding career was headed. He had just lost his supplement contract and contemplated skipping the 2010 Mr. Olympia. But at the 11th hour, the veteran found a new sponsor and was part of the sport’s elite contest once again. “I’m excited that I [...]

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Don’t Discount Kai Greene As a Top Three in the 2011 Mr. Olympia

Published: April 12, 2011

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In the months leading up to the 2010 Mr. Olympia, there was one name being thrown around as a possible to unseat the reigning champion and cap off a career year. But when it was all said and done and the sun rose the next day in the Las Vegas desert, Jay Cutler held up [...]

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How Will Ronny Rockel’s 2011 Mr. Europe Grand Prix Win Transcend at the Mr. Olympia?

Published: April 7, 2011

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He’s been recognized for a while now as a top six contender, but Ronny Rockel has found the terrain rough to place higher in the ‘big two.’ After taking sixth at the Arnold Classic, the native of Germany found himself in the winner’s circle three weeks later at the 2011 IFBB Mr. Europe Grand Prix [...]

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Day 3 – 2010 Mr. Olympia 202 Showdown Pre-Judging Report

Published: September 25, 2010

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Every year, it seems that the 202 Division gets tougher and tougher. That is certainly not the exception now as bodybuilding fans who arrived at the Olympia Expo this morning were treated to an incredibly tight pre-judging. Kevin English, the defending champion, looks to be even bigger than last time around and can certainly pack [...]

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Day Two – 2010 Ms. Olympia Recap, Men’s Pre-Judging Report From Las Vegas

Published: September 25, 2010

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Back in March, Yaxeni Oriquen-Garcia deserved to win the Ms. International over Iris Kyle but settled for second place. Tonight at The Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, the difference was even greater but somehow Kyle was able to retain her title. Yaxeni was more defined than Kyle and was poised to win her second Olympia, [...]

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Day One – “Meet The Olympians” Highlights, MSTV Interviews

Published: September 24, 2010

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We have arrived and immediately broke out the video camera to head to the “Meet The Olympians” session. Held on the concourse level of the Orleans Arena, there was plenty of room for the fans and pros alike. Of course Jay Cutler had the longest line to get his autograph, which was winding down the [...]

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Live Up-To-The-Minute Coverage From 2010 Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas

Published: September 22, 2010

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Our bags are packed and ready to join us for that long flight from New York to Las Vegas for Olympia Weekend. The still cameras, lenses, video cameras and laptops are all set to be fired up and bring you all the action as it happens. We are proud to say that we will once [...]

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