Ironman Pro 2008

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WOW....wie krass sieht denn bitte schön Melvin Anthony aus?!?!!!
Wenn ich das richtig verstanden habe hat er 15 Pfund mehr drauf als beim letztjährigen Mr. O! Meiner Meinung nach nach dem Posing eben ein wirklicher Favorit auf den Titel in 2 Wochen!

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Nun die TOP 5:

5. JJ

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4.Platz
Silvio

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3. Platz

Moe

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2. Gustavo
1. Heath

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10 zeichen

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Das letzte Bild zeigt die eigentliche Platzierung! 3-1-2

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Melvin Strip

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HEATH WINS
Written by: Allan Donelly
February 16th, 2008

Phil Heath earns big win at the 2008 Ironman Pro

February 16, 2008 - When Phil Heath skipped the Mr. Olympia last year, the murmurs began. Was Heath cut out for the big time? Would he realize his full potential? Or was his fast start out of the gate -- victories in his first two pro shows, a top five showing at the 2007 Arnold Classic -- just another case of a rising star headed for a quick burnout?

Tonight, Heath answered his critics, revealing an impressive, amazing physique and rolling to the Ironman Pro title. Clearly, he was hard at work in the gym the last 12 months, adding key front-to-back thickness in his upper body, along with more width in his shoulders, and size and detail all around. With 15 more pounds on his frame, Heath stands as a true force to be reckoned with at the Arnold Classic in Columbus, Ohio in two weeks, where precontest favorite Dexter Jackson, Melvin Anthony, and other top contenders loom.

Second place went to Gustavo Badell, who had plenty of size but, with some stomach distention holding back his symmetry, couldn’t overtake The Gift on the scorecards. Still, he now looks forward to the Classic with top five again in his sights.

Third was the surprise of the show, Mo Elmoussawi. Previously known for a great set of arms, the rest of his physique is taking shape. He was sliced, diced and more balanced than he’s been in the past, allowing him to squeak by a formidable opponent in Silvio Samuel. Samuel arguably could have been as high as second in this contest, but still could make some conditioning improvements in the next two weeks -- he wasn’t totally on here, and if he dials in the rest of the way he also should find himself battling among the top five at the Arnold.

Speaking of the Arnold, stay tuned to Flexonline for the next two weeks, for plenty of previews and prognostications regarding the Columbus showdown. Of course, Team Flex will be on the scene, covering every minute.

2008 Ironman Pro
Top 15 Results

15.Ray Arde
14.JoJo Ntiforo
13.Khalid Almohsinawi
12.David Henry
11.Will Harris
10. King Kamali
9. Troy Alves
8. Toney Freeman
7. Eddie Abbew
6. Desmond Miller
5. Johnnie Jackson
4. Silvio Samuel
3. Mo Elmoussawi
2. Gustavo Badell
1. Phil Heath

MfG Steven

[Steven Klippstein]

PHIL-LING OUT
Written by: Michael Berg
Heath, Badell battle it out at the Ironman Pro prejudging

February 16, 2008

FLEXONLINE.COM

The 2008 Ironman prejudging is complete, and it looks like Phil Heath may be in line for his third professional victory. Heath, who has made massive improvements to his shoulder width, chest, traps, hamstrings and glutes, looked like he was ready to step on stage at the Arnold Classic and contend for that title. At 230, he was 15 pounds heavier than last year.

However, while Heath seems like he's got the title in his grasp, Gustavo Badell is making a charge. He has the requisite muscularity to earn what would be an upset, with his main flaw once again being his midsection. Badell has improved tremendously since falling to 8th at the 2007 Olympia and should have the runner-up spot locked up. However, Heath's razor-sharp condition and symmetry combined with a newfound confidence onstage will likely be too much. Silvio Samuel, meanwhile, likely is looking at third place, with surprising Moe Elmoussawi from New Zealand competing with Johnnie Jackson for fourth.

For a complete roundup of the action, check out the Ironman Prejudging thread on the Flexonline forums. And for exclusive post-prejudging video interviews with Gustavo Badell and Phil Heath, check back before the finals.

The finals start at 6:30 p.m. tonight Pacific time. Flex will be on the scene, giving you the results as they happen on the forums, along with a full recap afterward.

2008 Ironman Pro
Competitor List and Gallery Links

1. Eddie Abbew

2. Khalid Almohsinawi

3. Tory Alves

4. Ray Arde

5. Gustavo Badell

6. Paul Baker

7. Troy Brown

8. Jimmy Canyon

9. Rodney Davis

10. Omar Deckard

11. Alfonso Del Rio

12. Moe Elmoussawi

13. Toney Freeman

14. Deshaun Grimez

15. Will Harris

16. Phil Heath

17. David Henry

18. Neset Icli

19. Johnnie Jackson

20. Rusty Jeffers

21. Ken Jones

22. King Kamali

23. Vincent Lui

24. Desmond Miller

25. JoJo Ntiforo

26. Sergey Ogorodnikov

27. Dragan Paunovic

28. Gian Enrico Pica

29. Silvio Samuel

30. Armin Scholtz

31. Nathan Wonsley

32. Mehmet Yildirim

33. Comparisons