Is victor still a frontrunner for the Olympia?

**Ken Santiago** · 03-09-2009, 11:36 PM

Yes!

**Thefuture** · 03-10-2009, 12:06 AM

It is simple if Victor returns to his 2007 form which I believe he will then he certainly is still the front runner for the title.The battle will be between Kai,Victor and Phil and I believe all three will have arguments for their being a deserving champion.I think Jay might suprise people but I dont think even a 2006 Jay will be able to surpass these three.However we shall see.

**MrDiamondCalves** · 03-10-2009, 12:18 AM

Kai has put his hand up for the front runner...watch out Dex...

**Razer** · 03-10-2009, 01:47 AM

Kai will be up there IF he brings his "A" game. Top 5 at least but Mr. O....don't think so.

I'm looking for a good battle between Dex and Culter for 1st. If Jay cuts up a little more, bring in his waist more it'll be a battle. Dex isn't called The Blade for nothing.

Tony F. may have to adjust his diet around comp time to stay in the top five. Bring back last years cuts. I would not turn my attention away from Tony though, he IS the "X" Man!

Victor will definitely have to bring in more size for his legs but that's expected after what he's been through. I'm just glad he pull out a 2nd place finish for the Arnold. Victor knows he's lacking in the leg dept. and I'm sure he's working on them as we speak.

Best thing about all bodybuilders....we never quit!

Branch Warren could be a factor if he tightens up his waist more. His mid section is just so thick from squats I guess. Branch's quads are just unreal, always have been.

**AussieMuscle** · 03-10-2009, 02:48 AM

I think you will see if both are healthy Kai battling Phil for the title. Dexter will be very close behind though. Exciting times for the Mr Olympia..

**mattj255** · 03-10-2009, 03:25 AM

I think Jay will win the O.

**Simon M** · 03-10-2009, 04:31 AM

Victor is a good competitor but the "O" will be even harder for him as he lost out in the Arnold and was placed higher than perhaps he should have been so he may be judged a bit harder next time out as lots of the public though branch should have got second.

**DAVIDHARDY** · 03-10-2009, 11:56 AM

The O is such a toss up this year. I love it! Victor is a top contender, as is Kai, Branch, Jay, Wolf, Toney, Phil...I probably missed someone, but the point is, all of these guys are looking GREAT and the show is anyones to take.

**InkedSwed** · 03-10-2009, 01:21 PM

I'm not as sure as i has been, i think its between heath and kai, victor/x-man/wolf/dex under them. i think cutler is doomed unless he does something really big, come in with silvios condition sort of..

**DAVIDHARDY** · 03-10-2009, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by InkedSwed

I'm not as sure as i has been, i think its between heath and kai, victor/x-man/wolf/dex under them. i think cutler is doomed unless he does something really big, come in with silvios condition sort of..

I'm not a huge Cutler fan, but he is using the FST-7 this year, so I really think that he'll bring a better package due to that. I'm not sure if it'll be enough to take it back, but I sure as hell am anxious to see his package...

**TONYT82** · 03-10-2009, 02:09 PM

God knows what will happen on the day of the "o",between the comp being rigged by sponsor companies and competitors not coming in in shape its almost impossible to tell who will even do well.
Hell ronnie could do well considering the current line up of pros out there

**poiuyt** · 03-10-2009, 02:57 PM

Top 3 for sure

**SonOfPluto** · 03-10-2009, 03:29 PM

Originally Posted by Curt James

People should factor in the injury and then predict that Vic will have the rest of the year to bring up the leg and to make even more improvements.

Honestly, he looked great. But I don't understand the color difference from 2007 to 2009. How does color get worse? That should be a no-brainer once it's been achieved or done right once. C'mon!

The conditioning I'll chalk up to not being fully rehabbed or back. Martinez stated in the one interview that he hasn't had a full year without an injury, so hopefully March to September/October will be what he needs to destroy all the...

haterrrz!

Seriously, what I think is that it's a coin toss. Lots of great athletes and they all have a shot. Victor has some buzz (back from a devastating injury) as do Kai (Arnold Classic winner - duh), Phil (HE'S FRIGGIN PHIL HEATH, YO!), Dex (returning Mr. O), Jay (attempting to regain the title and now working with Rambod), et al.

It's going to be a great season!

Damn..why do you have to make this a race issue...

**TONYT82** · 03-10-2009, 09:37 PM

Tell ya what,if Victor Martinez doesnt win the o i will delete my account.
I think he has the shape and proportion to do the o.
And if wolf wins i will eat my Hat i think he is in with a chance

**DAVIDHARDY** · 03-11-2009, 06:12 AM

Originally Posted by TONYT82

Tell ya what,if Victor Martinez doesnt win the o i will delete my account.
I think he has the shape and proportion to do the o.
And if wolf wins i will eat my Hat i think he is in with a chance

So, you're gonna be posting under a different name come October?