Mr. Olympia 1965-2010. History and results

"Mr. Olympia"competition in bodybuilding and bodybuilding on an international scale, which is held under the auspices of the International Federaion of BodyBuilders, IFBB (international Federation bodybuilders).

Competitions for bodybuilders – professional international level "Mr. Olympia" held annually since 1965. Initially, tournaments were held in new York. Subsequently, the venue changed repeatedly. Some contests were conducted outside the United States. Recent years, the competition "Mr. Olympia" invariably takes place in Las Vegas.

The competition was organized by Joe Weider. He analyzed all the titles of bodybuilding and realized that none of them fits his vision of the sport. He wanted to give the great Champions the opportunity to earn money and compete.

The star of bodybuilding those times, Larry Scott, in 1963 he won the contest "Mr. America", and also took the prize for the competition "Mr. universe". His house was full of various medals and trophies. He had nothing else to conquer, nothing to strive for.

Joe Weider tried to leave Larry Scott and other top Champions in bodybuilding and to continue the development of sport and in September of 1965 held the first tournament, "Mr. Olympia", which Larry Scott twice (1965, 1966) became the winner.

It is worth noting that the prize Fund – not the biggest jackpot among competition bodybuilders. For instance, winning the Arnold classic will bring significantly more revenue. Most athletes participate in the tournament not for the money.

"Mr. Olympia"is the ability to have many contracts and PR, but also to write his name in the history of the world bodibildinga.

Eight-time Champions of the contest — Lee Haney (1984 – 1991) and Ronnie Coleman (1998 – 2005). 7 times won by Arnold Schwarzenegger (1970 – 1975, 1980). Dorian Yates one hundred the winner 6 times (1992 – 1997). Jay Cutler, four – time winner (2006 – 2007, 2009 – 2010). Three times the victory was won by Sergio Oliva (1967 – 1969) and Frank Zane (1977 – 1979). 2 times the title of "Mr. Olympia" was awarded to Larry Scott (1965 – 1966) and Franco Colombo (1976, 1981). One victory on account of Samira Bannout (1983), Chris Dickerson (1982) and Dexter Jackson (2008).

Incurrently Mr. Olympia – the most discussed and significant competition to the world of bodybuilding. The winner of the contest will recognize the most powerful athlete on the planet, even if it is during the year did not participate in any other tournament.