If Rhoden comes in like he did yesterday and doesn't win..the Olympia is officially rigged.. he won most of the front poses and all of the side poses..there are only 3 poses from the back (counting the relaxed) phil obviously wins those no matter what.. if we are judging off poses/points. you gotta give the man his W. So many ppl counted him out earlier this year..said he was "smaller" he proved alot of ppl wrong last night..and backed up his shit talking..lol im so happy for him.
His lack of back and biceps (compared to Phil) loses it imo. I don't get the rigged comments when its clear as day this is a VERY close race. I think the surprise of Rhoden looking so much better than anyone expected is swaying their thought process. That said, it annoys the fk outta me that Shawn doesn't train year round. Can you imagine how amazing the dude could look if he spent all year training and gearing up for the Olympia?
You right jones. Not knocking off ur opinion. Shawn seems ahead. But bro back double biceps shawn was no where near phil. Facts . Good luck to both tho
no doubt Phil is the best at this olympia look at back poses Shown rhoden is far far away from the level of Phil where as other poses between them are quite equals
2 words: Camel Crew They preach big it seems, but the only guy who stays too long is Ramy. Curry was there he is looking great. Dennis James was there when he still competed and look good. But Ramy, no diet fixes 340+ off-season in 16 weeks
I don't know why people think phill can reverse his Gut. It's impossible to revsere it now since his ogarns got so big so there isn't any way to cure this. Phill will just look like a Pregnant for his whole life.
He noticeably outshines everyone this year. That conditioning is perfect. Hope he can keep it for another day and take the O. Those last shots of Phil looked laughable.
@@kduy.98 How did that end up. The gut monster lost and yall look like clown now. He had a full blown bubble gut and you wanted to praise him for it? Get outta here this isn't 2013
I am a huge Phil Heath fan, but I have to admit he was off again tonight, I was really expecting more from him this time, especially since he had the hernia fixed and focused on training this year instead of traveling. That being said, Shawn Rhoden looked absolutely amazing and in my eyes he won this prejudging pretty convincingly. I don't care about Phil's back, it's not enough anymore, we have to start looking at the overall physique instead of just the 'back'. If Phil doesn't fix his look tonight, then Shawn should take it. Btw Brandon Curry looked amazing !!! should be top 5 !!
Yes I agree that Shawn should win and Curry does look amazing but the judges will give it to Phul Heap again and then him and his crew will be talking about they knew and they deserved it.... smh!
100% Agree. Yet there has been so many years of utter corruption it's the same old story. Rhoden will get robbed. This would be an amazing thing to actually see the rightful winner win.
Brandon should be Top4 at least. Bonac doesn't look very impressive if you ask me. It should be something like: 1. Shawn Rhoden 2. Roelly Winklaar 3. Brandon Curry 4. Phil Heath (just because of the back)
Shawn beats Phil only in abdomen shot. Phil beats him in all remaining shots... Be honest to yourself guys.. Yes, Phil's abdomen is still not in control but Phil got that 3d look, round muscle bellies.
kai did not stop competing because anything was rigged. he left because he couldnt handle the pressure. then he cried wolf as if they didnt let him compete and lied about it
@@TRonlyOne his back may have been abit better than shawns but shawns conditioning and mid section blows Phil's out the water so Shawn should win, if he loses to Phil I'm convinced it's fixed
Ikr, he's like a fan favourite and has the size to blow everyone out the water but surely his coach must know that he needs to be way leaner, but i would like to know why his coach doesn't execute that plan
The guy had an amazing run... but its time for him to go. What does he have to prove from this point on?if he continues competing he risks fucking up his health for nothing...
Front Double Biceps: Rhoden Front Lat Spread: Rhoden Side Chest: Rhoden Side Triceps: Rhoden Back Double Biceps: Heath Back Lat Spread: Heath Abdominal and Thigh: Rhoden Most Muscular: Rhoden Overall: Rhoden 6:2 Heath Some Poses where really close especially from the side, but overall Rhoden should be New Mr. O IMO really brought it
Hopefully this is a wake up call for Ramy and other open bodybuilders, conditioning and quality is everything. Shawn came in shredded and looking great and is the biggest competitor to Phil now while Ramy is hardly worth considering despite the size hes got.
iHerb ruined this. You can't watch the Men's Physique!!! You miss most of Classic Physique!!! It was trash. If the IFBB wants boydbuilding to grow, they need to actually show what the hell is happening at their biggest event!!!! Absolute trash of a website. I have to go to random youtbe channels to watch it. What if the Super Bowl was only partially filmed on facebook lives or instagram videos? Trash...
The important point is Shawn Roden sorted out 'his' stomach and Phils stomach is better than last year but Rodens is so sharp it makes Phil's look bad. Roden is so conditioned and aesthetic it really does show up Phils flaws. Condition Roden wins, Asthetic Roden wins. Ab thigh Roden wins, Front double Roden wins, Front lat Roden wins. Side shots are equal. Back lat spread Heath wins Back double Heath wins
Shawn leads him with 4 fken poses where phil only takes 2 poses (back). Criteria meeds to be changed, i don't care how good your back is if your front is complete utter shit with a bubble gut
I remember Dex saying recently in a Q&A once he fell outside the top 6 he would retire. I guess this is it? No matter the outcome, the BLADE will always be a legend💯
The "live" stream was garbage and i did contact the customer service through the chat and expressed my disappointment. I think they should not have the rights to show if they cant handle it.
A world championship like this and what shit coverage..no wonder BB can't grow beyond the US and little bits of Europe.. it's a shame..sports need to be promoted better.for the better part to develop interest..and looking at the winners prize money,, how can they neglect such a important thing like broadcasting....which is a tiny bit....
.The stream was just absolutely terrible. i don't live in the us, so I woke up at 3am and had to sit through the bikini only to find out the the whole streaming would crush as the show would move on to the interesting parts (classic and open). I can't believe that the IFBB allowed this shit to happen
I watched bikini chicks twirl and dance, but had to shut my computer off by the time they were done because the streaming was so bad. Gave up for the classic. iHerb should be fined and banned from ever streaming a show
Rhoden gets the front poses and is not that far behind in the back poses,side chest is also better because you can see Phils gut from the side,most muscular is also very close,Its really close! For me Shawn should win,he is DICED and by voting for him means voting for aesthetics and tight middle sections!GO FLEXATRON!
Live streaming the Olympia on your channel next year would be so amazing ! When something doesn't meet your standards, you devise a solution. You constantly inspire me to do better in my life. To not accept things as they are, if they can be better. Other channels have given up and searched out new audiences , but you have met your challenges head on with respect and ingenuity. Thank you so much for everything you do !!
6:24Phil's got one of the craziest back in bodybuilding history. Shawn's looks flat, but Nick once said Shawn has a back really close to Phil's. Shawn has very good details and conditioning, but he doesn't have the fullness and roundness like Phil does, and he is too ugly.
With that bloated gut Phil don't deserve the title..Winklar looks fantastic..Shawn steals the show..We know how corrupted Olympia is so no matter how off Phil looks he will be crowned Mr.O.
Soumadip Mukherjee i know there are politics dude but come on now look at 1:23 look at those backs its game over phil takes it you have to beat him in his best pose in order to win from him same thing was between ronnie and jay who ever wins the back double biceps wins the show
Phil's got too much in legs for Shawn to match him. Otherwise, I think shawn does look better. Couple the legs with the fact that olympia knows repeats mean more money, Phil's going through again. He's going to have to have an amputation before they have a new champ.
Go for it Nick. Live Stream! RUclips should give it to you. You deserve it because of so much professionalism and less negativity in how you describe the pros and cons of the Mr. O championship as a whole. And it's so much more easier for us to access. Nick's strength and power reporting live💪
Phill isnt that much in danger,he still has the back poses and the side tris,its close between him and Shawn and when its close the champ always takes it
Phil’s back is 10x’s better than shawns. I’d say legs are even in the sense that I think Phil’s look better from side and Shawn’s look better from the front. But goddamn does phils mid section look like shit. Shawn’s mis section looks trim, tight, and small. I’d prefer Phil’s chest and shoulders though.
That stream was abysmal!!! Missed pretty much the entire open, but I caught a glimpse of Rhoden and man did he bring it this year...I was very surprised! Based on all criteria that they supposedly judge on, Rhoden is 2018's Mr. O imo. Thanks a lot Nick for posting this and YES, a Nick's Stream with Power would be awesome bro!
Shawn should win , the details , the separation , conditioning and the posing ..Bang on...tomorrow is going to be a decider however as per today's result Shawn wins it..
His back is awful...he can't win against phil ...he has to improve his back if he wants to win the Olympia...phil is the clear winner...shawn is also not that big
everybody was hating on rhoden to move to classic physique etc hope those kids keep quiet now I mean honestly watch the abs and thighs, pause the video and compare rhoden and phil and then ask yourself if any back of the world is good enaugh to make up for his BIG weaknesses Abs and Thighs - crap, front double bi - crap, front latspread - crap
Phil always comes in better the second day. Phil's back is gonna win it for him even though I would've liked to see someone else win. Didn't wanna see Phil tie my boy Ronnie. Yeah buddy. 💪
When I heard Amazon was not streaming and you informed us iHerb was going to stream, I was worried it would be awful. Like everyone else, we've been waiting all year for this. I should absolutely be streamed through your channel Nick. Sending everyone to iHerb is a disaster, but RUclips can handle it.
You couldn’t have said it better Nick. Your critique of the top 6 is right on. You should have the live stream rights and top it off with your commentary. Love the channel, keep up the good work.
If there’s anything related to bodybuilding coverage this is the only channel I wanna watch it on , so hell yeah a live stream for next years olympia on here would be solid.
Shawn looks like the winner! Maybe to everyone but Phil Heath and his crew and most likely, and very unfortunately, the judges! You brought it Rhoden! As promised! Backed up your trash talk 150%!!
Shawn midsection looks amazing Phil looks little bloated... Shawn’s legs look better then Phil also ... but Phil’s back is bigger but I’m going to have to say ... Shawn is more aesthetically pleasing..
Rhoden needs to win for the sport and future of BODYBUILDING. It was always supposed to be an aesthetic eye pleasing sport until it became who can look the biggest and freakiest, we know it's rigged but to regain some semblance of respect it needs to be cut in the axe now or Phil and his bubble gut will always cast a shadow on bodybuilding. Rhoden looks far more aesthetic overall but like I said Phil has the judges in his pocket and the go to 'reason' will be "he has the back, that's why" excuse
The thing is though how can they let Phil win off of one pose... I think Shaun looks better in all other poses and his condition is spot on. Shaun for the win!
TL Training yes but see the front of rhoden.The shape is unbeatable even the likes of wheeler during prime cannot beat this shape.It is flowing from head to toe without any discontinuation.Shawn is more proportional also.
I agree Shawn is very impressive..but I won't be surprised if Phil is again crowned to be Olympia...he also looks phenomenal...(if we keep our hatred out of it)
Shawn must come out on top, his mid section is freaky crisp, look at those glutes man, he is the most conditioned guy. He is the MR. O for me but i think phil will again get the nod.
Nick, with all due respek....you should have done the livestream yesterday. Every year is the same empty promise of streaming the Olympia. You should have known that but if you need a post to remind you that there is a need to have our greatest show streamed....let this be it. Thanks for the amazing coverage you bring, you're very much appreciated!
great unbiased review as usual ... thanks Nick. Regarding the livestream on your channel ... I suggest that you make a test run with some of the other shows ... let's say an Arnold Classic ... you will learn about the problems, what needs to be done to have a good uninterrupted stream
I was very impressed with both Curry and Rhoden! Both definitely did their work!!! Lets go Rhoden lets change history! SN Iherb.com was a complete disappointment please get the rights from here on out Nick!!!
Thanks nick! I literally waited up when you said on your live stream your video would be up later tonight. Couldn't see what happen cause fucking Iherb was a huge flop
Definitely do the live stream next year on RUclips, please! I got so frustrated I just turned it off and walked away. I have no confidence the finals will stream any better. I’ve got no dog in the fight so this is what I see; Shawn looked good but he usually fades in the finals; Phil gets better as the night goes on and will take the win.
Please get it on your channel for next year. This was my first year watching the Olympia and I was very disappointed 😢 in iHerb.com. Thanks for the updates. Really appreciate you and the channel.
Shawn looks absolutely lights-out incredible. Probably my favorite looking BB from the past 10 years, that conditioning is just awesome to see. And that taper! Just awesome
I hope Rhoden pulls this off. He looked phenomenal. The waist for a guy his size is crazy.
@@paulocuento9949 lol
Same here, he looks amaizing but imo he lacks in arms and back compared to Phil.
I think thats where shawn makes up a bit for the back depth compared to phil. The waist is crazy. Hands down shawn beats phil on the front shots tho
I agree. His back and arms are sub-par compared to Phil. Overall, I think he has it slightly. It's going to be real close.
Paulo Cuento Nigga are you really just copy pasting this reply on different comments 😂
Eeyore 2018, make open class great again!
ryan nichols fuck yea dude
EEYOREfor president 2020
aahhaahahahah
@@paulocuento9949 get a life
So true !! No clue why the hell he is even top 5 ?? He looks so weird and stocky !
If Rhoden comes in like he did yesterday and doesn't win..the Olympia is officially rigged.. he won most of the front poses and all of the side poses..there are only 3 poses from the back (counting the relaxed) phil obviously wins those no matter what.. if we are judging off poses/points. you gotta give the man his W. So many ppl counted him out earlier this year..said he was "smaller" he proved alot of ppl wrong last night..and backed up his shit talking..lol im so happy for him.
His lack of back and biceps (compared to Phil) loses it imo. I don't get the rigged comments when its clear as day this is a VERY close race. I think the surprise of Rhoden looking so much better than anyone expected is swaying their thought process. That said, it annoys the fk outta me that Shawn doesn't train year round. Can you imagine how amazing the dude could look if he spent all year training and gearing up for the Olympia?
You right jones. Not knocking off ur opinion. Shawn seems ahead. But bro back double biceps shawn was no where near phil. Facts . Good luck to both tho
Yeah Rhoden killed it Phil looked good but Rhoden wins this year
Team eeyore!!
Ultradian... exactly.
If Phil wins, you better believe it's because of his BACK and nothing else. Shaun looks great.
that backshot at 5:25 is just crazy *.*
TheMelloMan -backs have historically won many Sandows.
I hope Shaun wins too!
Straight up
Agree
Shawn*
ramy was too small needs to get a lil bigger maybe next year he'll break 400lbs
Average Chum 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
412 division winner
425 pounds would be awesome
Average Chum I could not agree more
Shawn's waistline is so much more aesthetic, he got dat vtaper
no doubt Phil is the best at this olympia
look at back poses
Shown rhoden is far far away from the level of Phil where as other poses between them are quite equals
@@julienl.8021 How did that go you fucking muppet lmao
@@julienl.8021 Imagine wanting to see a gut
Nick’s “streaming rights” & Power
How long till the open starts?
Ramy is just done for. I don’t know what his goal was getting so huge for when he knows his weakness is his conditioning
Johnny Alvarez exactly he has the size he destroy everyone with that if was to nail his conditioning it would be game over but he always messes up
2 words: Camel Crew
They preach big it seems, but the only guy who stays too long is Ramy. Curry was there he is looking great. Dennis James was there when he still competed and look good. But Ramy, no diet fixes 340+ off-season in 16 weeks
"This year you'll see something you've never seen before" - Ramy
Kuwait guys are stupid, they thought this is a sumo competition
@Dale Climate Controlled Cookie Cutter Chance and this is smart. Bader pays him more than the Olympia title would.
Happy for Shawn. He said he was gonna best Phil in some poses and he did just that. Backed up what he said. This is what makes bodybuilding exciting.
Hope Shawn wins! He deserves it! Plus im tired of seeing those GUTS :D
Saame he actually came in destroying every one
I don't know why people think phill can reverse his Gut. It's impossible to revsere it now since his ogarns got so big so there isn't any way to cure this.
Phill will just look like a Pregnant for his whole life.
Not even close, he has absolutely no back next to phil and phil makes his quads look small. Only place he wins is abs.
He noticeably outshines everyone this year. That conditioning is perfect. Hope he can keep it for another day and take the O. Those last shots of Phil looked laughable.
Yes man,mr.o should be representative of health and not bubble gut and a hernia, it kinda says mr.o is the person you never wanna be.
Rhoden for the win
Roelly is better
this is bodybuilding they will not give it to shawn
not with that back
Steven Donald hey moron did u saw the back shots of Phil Vs Shawn lol watch out and then say
With that back? Not possible
Side shot of Shawn Roden was incredible!
Biceps triceps back weaker than phil
weak af tricep..
@@kduy.98 How did that end up. The gut monster lost and yall look like clown now. He had a full blown bubble gut and you wanted to praise him for it? Get outta here this isn't 2013
Lets go rhoden
When is the finals guys?
Rhoden can still not take it,no back
@@blackeesh463 agree.. sad but that's just genetics
@@paulocuento9949 wtf are you talking about
Paulo Cuento totally agree!
I am a huge Phil Heath fan, but I have to admit he was off again tonight, I was really expecting more from him this time, especially since he had the hernia fixed and focused on training this year instead of traveling. That being said, Shawn Rhoden looked absolutely amazing and in my eyes he won this prejudging pretty convincingly. I don't care about Phil's back, it's not enough anymore, we have to start looking at the overall physique instead of just the 'back'. If Phil doesn't fix his look tonight, then Shawn should take it. Btw Brandon Curry looked amazing !!! should be top 5 !!
Yes I agree that Shawn should win and Curry does look amazing but the judges will give it to Phul Heap again and then him and his crew will be talking about they knew and they deserved it.... smh!
100% Agree. Yet there has been so many years of utter corruption it's the same old story. Rhoden will get robbed. This would be an amazing thing to actually see the rightful winner win.
Phil's side tricep is unbeatable as well
Brandon should be Top4 at least. Bonac doesn't look very impressive if you ask me. It should be something like:
1. Shawn Rhoden
2. Roelly Winklaar
3. Brandon Curry
4. Phil Heath (just because of the back)
Shawn beats Phil only in abdomen shot. Phil beats him in all remaining shots... Be honest to yourself guys.. Yes, Phil's abdomen is still not in control but Phil got that 3d look, round muscle bellies.
If Shawn doesn't Win this year.
Then it's certainly a Fixed competition.
No wonder Kai left.
Sorry Kai. We missed you.
Shawn for the WIN.
Allan Francis Xavier Didn’t you see Phil’s back??
Kai knew
Get outta here dude, Rhoden looks great but his biceps, back and legs get smoked by Phil. Phil always does just enough to pull out the W
kai did not stop competing because anything was rigged. he left because he couldnt handle the pressure. then he cried wolf as if they didnt let him compete and lied about it
@@TRonlyOne his back may have been abit better than shawns but shawns conditioning and mid section blows Phil's out the water so Shawn should win, if he loses to Phil I'm convinced it's fixed
Ramy is beginning to get a lil cringe lol
i will bring new package
Ikr, he's like a fan favourite and has the size to blow everyone out the water but surely his coach must know that he needs to be way leaner, but i would like to know why his coach doesn't execute that plan
Starting? His quads over shadow his calves... Too thicc!
Big Ramy should focus on conditioning then size. We know he can be 310 now start conditioning of you serious.
KinG lBlade what u mean cringe?
unfortunately Dexter's legs are going.....sign of age. I love the guy but no amount of anabolic chicken can out run father time
Yeah Dexter has melted...
The guy had an amazing run... but its time for him to go. What does he have to prove from this point on?if he continues competing he risks fucking up his health for nothing...
phills legs too both started last year
Front Double Biceps: Rhoden
Front Lat Spread: Rhoden
Side Chest: Rhoden
Side Triceps: Rhoden
Back Double Biceps: Heath
Back Lat Spread: Heath
Abdominal and Thigh: Rhoden
Most Muscular: Rhoden
Overall: Rhoden 6:2 Heath
Some Poses where really close especially from the side,
but overall Rhoden should be New Mr. O IMO really brought it
Hopefully this is a wake up call for Ramy and other open bodybuilders, conditioning and quality is everything. Shawn came in shredded and looking great and is the biggest competitor to Phil now while Ramy is hardly worth considering despite the size hes got.
Ramy flopped, leave Oxygen and come to States
Exactly
Oxygen from what it seems it's only good to bloat people, not to get shredded.
Godzilla Curry is the exception imo
Yep look how they let destroy regans physique too
You know the gym doesn't really make a difference if it's in the US or Kuwait right ?
iHerb ruined this. You can't watch the Men's Physique!!! You miss most of Classic Physique!!! It was trash. If the IFBB wants boydbuilding to grow, they need to actually show what the hell is happening at their biggest event!!!! Absolute trash of a website. I have to go to random youtbe channels to watch it. What if the Super Bowl was only partially filmed on facebook lives or instagram videos? Trash...
Paulo Cuento who are you replying to
The important point is Shawn Roden sorted out 'his' stomach and Phils stomach is better than last year but Rodens is so sharp it makes Phil's look bad. Roden is so conditioned and aesthetic it really does show up Phils flaws. Condition Roden wins, Asthetic Roden wins. Ab thigh Roden wins, Front double Roden wins, Front lat Roden wins. Side shots are equal. Back lat spread Heath wins Back double Heath wins
@@gregf8167 lol phils gut is hanging out at the side poses
Most musclular heath wins
Shawn leads him with 4 fken poses where phil only takes 2 poses (back). Criteria meeds to be changed, i don't care how good your back is if your front is complete utter shit with a bubble gut
the only thing phill won was back double bicep he was off everywhere else
Greg. What are you saying?
Phil is off
From the front it looks like Phil deserves third
I remember Dex saying recently in a Q&A once he fell outside the top 6 he would retire. I guess this is it? No matter the outcome, the BLADE will always be a legend💯
yes, he is done for and will retire now.
Damn Shawn is definitely bringing his best package
Giggty
Bad back imo
Shawn looks very aesthetic (pleasing)
Nick’s Disappointment and Predictions
Ramy's waist getting bigger each year
So is everything else 😂😂 , expect his calves
The "live" stream was garbage and i did contact the customer service through the chat and expressed my disappointment. I think they should not have the rights to show if they cant handle it.
A world championship like this and what shit coverage..no wonder BB can't grow beyond the US and little bits of Europe.. it's a shame..sports need to be promoted better.for the better part to develop interest..and looking at the winners prize money,, how can they neglect such a important thing like broadcasting....which is a tiny bit....
.The stream was just absolutely terrible. i don't live in the us, so I woke up at 3am and had to sit through the bikini only to find out the the whole streaming would crush as the show would move on to the interesting parts (classic and open). I can't believe that the IFBB allowed this shit to happen
Same for me, just dissapointing.
Me to, and saw a bit of classic but thats it.. woke up at 3:50..
it is a damn shame...it shows how amateurtistic professional bb still is... can't see that happen during the super bowl
I watched bikini chicks twirl and dance, but had to shut my computer off by the time they were done because the streaming was so bad. Gave up for the classic.
iHerb should be fined and banned from ever streaming a show
Fuck, poor guy
Phil pregnant again.. if he wins.. NEVER WATCH this CRAP AGAIN..
Shawn for Mr. O !!
Warning..Phil heath is ready to have a baby on stage.....gross....
Rhoden gets the front poses and is not that far behind in the back poses,side chest is also better because you can see Phils gut from the side,most muscular is also very close,Its really close! For me Shawn should win,he is DICED and by voting for him means voting for aesthetics and tight middle sections!GO FLEXATRON!
Rhoden only wins the mid section, Phil the rest. Was hoping for no bubble Phil but he still wins every other part
Shawn looks phenomenal, didn’t expect this at all! And Nick great coverage as always bro that livestream sucked :/
Live streaming the Olympia on your channel next year would be so amazing ! When something doesn't meet your standards, you devise a solution. You constantly inspire me to do better in my life. To not accept things as they are, if they can be better. Other channels have given up and searched out new audiences , but you have met your challenges head on with respect and ingenuity. Thank you so much for everything you do !!
Maybe next year Phil 'Preggo' Heath. Rhodent FTW
hahahhaha rhoden(t) nice spelling m8
Rhoden has no back
Please God let it happen
I want Phil to win, But Shawn took the pre-judging
6:24Phil's got one of the craziest back in bodybuilding history. Shawn's looks flat, but Nick once said Shawn has a back really close to Phil's. Shawn has very good details and conditioning, but he doesn't have the fullness and roundness like Phil does, and he is too ugly.
With that bloated gut Phil don't deserve the title..Winklar looks fantastic..Shawn steals the show..We know how corrupted Olympia is so no matter how off Phil looks he will be crowned Mr.O.
Soumadip Mukherjee Phil winning almost proves its rigged
Phil had a u taper not v
I’ll have to agree from these pics must be a new Olympia champion 2018
100%. No use even watching. Every year I slap myself as to why I'm watching this corrupt debacle Again and Again. You just hope something will change.
Soumadip Mukherjee i know there are politics dude but come on now look at 1:23 look at those backs its game over phil takes it you have to beat him in his best pose in order to win from him same thing was between ronnie and jay who ever wins the back double biceps wins the show
Great job as usual Nick. I might as well have connected 2 soup cans with some string than try to stream via IHerb.
Dude... Phil looks like trash tho lol. Shawn looks way better haha.
Exactly
GHFear Rhoden told everyone that Phil’s front double was garbage...turns out he is right.
Phil's got too much in legs for Shawn to match him. Otherwise, I think shawn does look better.
Couple the legs with the fact that olympia knows repeats mean more money, Phil's going through again.
He's going to have to have an amputation before they have a new champ.
The gut was ridicilous again.
agree but these backshots from phil are out of this world i have to admit
Aesthetics for the win, let's go Shawn!
Go for it Nick. Live Stream! RUclips should give it to you. You deserve it because of so much professionalism and less negativity in how you describe the pros and cons of the Mr. O championship as a whole. And it's so much more easier for us to access. Nick's strength and power reporting live💪
brandon curry looks amazing ..
If phil wins i will never follow mens open....he doesnt deserve to represent the sport with that bubble gut
Agreed he looks pregnant
@@michaelwheeler7293 i want shawn he lagged a bit in back shots but his 8 psck and front poses were perfect ....small wait....phil had a u taper not v
@@longvo8800 cuz they act looked bigger and better than phil xD
Phill isnt that much in danger,he still has the back poses and the side tris,its close between him and Shawn and when its close the champ always takes it
Phil’s back is 10x’s better than shawns. I’d say legs are even in the sense that I think Phil’s look better from side and Shawn’s look better from the front. But goddamn does phils mid section look like shit. Shawn’s mis section looks trim, tight, and small. I’d prefer Phil’s chest and shoulders though.
Damn does Shawn look good, but Phil is absolutely lights out from the back as usual
True but Phil looks weak in all front poses. His abs are shit. The Olympia can't be all about the back.
Phil doesnt look all that great this year. Shawn looks way better
the back poses are only 2 that wont save him. overall he has lost it its not BACKbuilding its called BODYBUILDING
@@bez811 you on some savage response
Shawn’s FRONT ABB POSE IS AMAZING & Shawn beats out Phil in more poses
Props to roelly for getting rid of the gut
I closed that shit show of a livestream and saved myself the headache
I also eventually gave up. I mean how could they fail so bad. It's not like this is a PPV fight being watched by millions at once. Total failure
Me too.
That stream was abysmal!!! Missed pretty much the entire open, but I caught a glimpse of Rhoden and man did he bring it this year...I was very surprised! Based on all criteria that they supposedly judge on, Rhoden is 2018's Mr. O imo. Thanks a lot Nick for posting this and YES, a Nick's Stream with Power would be awesome bro!
Shawn should win , the details , the separation , conditioning and the posing ..Bang on...tomorrow is going to be a decider however as per today's result Shawn wins it..
I think is Shawn doesnt win the judges were paid off
Phil has better back and arms.. bigger legs with more leg separation.. it will be Phil this time also
His back is awful...he can't win against phil ...he has to improve his back if he wants to win the Olympia...phil is the clear winner...shawn is also not that big
Big Ramy looked awful. Just terrible.
Yes he did and so did Phul Heap but it won't matter, he'll win again!
D!ZK also wtf is up with his tan looking moldy and green on stage in some shots
both ramy and phill look terrible they should been 6th and 7th
I really appreciate your coverage of Mr. O. thanks man!
It'll be very close. Phil's back is not to be taken for granted. But shawn is absolutely amazing though no doubt.
everybody was hating on rhoden to move to classic physique etc hope those kids keep quiet now
I mean honestly watch the abs and thighs, pause the video and compare rhoden and phil and then ask yourself if any back of the world is good enaugh to make up for his BIG weaknesses
Abs and Thighs - crap, front double bi - crap, front latspread - crap
nostalgic™ WT and back???
His foot stance - WACK!!
Can't agree more
What's with this 'if shawn don't win it's rigged' talk? We already had that confirmed in Phil vs Kai years unfortunately
Phil always comes in better the second day. Phil's back is gonna win it for him even though I would've liked to see someone else win. Didn't wanna see Phil tie my boy Ronnie. Yeah buddy. 💪
Also Curry should be way up there battling in the top 4!
Please get the live stream !!! Your the best in the biz and hopefully you can get it right. Good work brother.
When I heard Amazon was not streaming and you informed us iHerb was going to stream, I was worried it would be awful. Like everyone else, we've been waiting all year for this. I should absolutely be streamed through your channel Nick. Sending everyone to iHerb is a disaster, but RUclips can handle it.
Looks like Nick was right on the money about Ramy...
He also predicted Shawn wouldn't place very well...so there's that.
Ramy needs to leave Kuwait
Donald Trump's Cock -nick is smart
Ramy needs to get another group of trainers
@@Utsu-P_Enjoyer probably he cant.
Hey man thank you for taking the time to make videos like this one. Absolutely great commentary, great analyzation and unbiased criticism.
Shawn Rhoden is going to be the new Mr. Olympia
Dammit I am on a cut and Shawn makes me eat humble pie but I like it!
PS: Fk iherb
You couldn’t have said it better Nick. Your critique of the top 6 is right on. You should have the live stream rights and top it off with your commentary. Love the channel, keep up the good work.
Shawn has the eyore face . Phil has the eyore gut!
Was hoping for a winklaar vacuum!
If there’s anything related to bodybuilding coverage this is the only channel I wanna watch it on , so hell yeah a live stream for next years olympia on here would be solid.
I wouldn't offer iherb a WWE Contract - Vincent Kennedy McMahon
Shawn looks like the winner! Maybe to everyone but Phil Heath and his crew and most likely, and very unfortunately, the judges! You brought it Rhoden! As promised! Backed up your trash talk 150%!!
Please live stream it next year Nick!!! We'll support you.
Shawn bought his A game
How much did he pay for it?
Rhoden deserves the win this year.
Shawn midsection looks amazing Phil looks little bloated... Shawn’s legs look better then Phil also ... but Phil’s back is bigger but I’m going to have to say ... Shawn is more aesthetically pleasing..
4:46 is just amazing
Rhoden looked better than Heath.
Shawn Rhoden is in excellent conditioning, actually he surprise us all, only bad judging can defeat him!
Rhoden needs to win for the sport and future of BODYBUILDING. It was always supposed to be an aesthetic eye pleasing sport until it became who can look the biggest and freakiest, we know it's rigged but to regain some semblance of respect it needs to be cut in the axe now or Phil and his bubble gut will always cast a shadow on bodybuilding. Rhoden looks far more aesthetic overall but like I said Phil has the judges in his pocket and the go to 'reason' will be "he has the back, that's why" excuse
Phil’s back though, you can’t argue with it.
TL Training The back alone isn’t enough anymore with that disgusting gut
TL Training can argue with that gut though
The thing is though how can they let Phil win off of one pose... I think Shaun looks better in all other poses and his condition is spot on. Shaun for the win!
That is also the only thing he GUT.
TL Training yes but see the front of rhoden.The shape is unbeatable even the likes of wheeler during prime cannot beat this shape.It is flowing from head to toe without any discontinuation.Shawn is more proportional also.
@03:11 D Jackson's legs are showing that strange washed out look that seems to come with age. Calves look absolutely terrible.
Olive Locutions Yeaaaa... I spotted that too. Happens to all of them at some point :/
Olive Locutions yeah he is
probably done
Olive Locutions 3:29 his left arm looks pretty deflated as well
@@jethrotool4828 noticed that as well. Forearms we're that of an old man. Dex had his day. Give him credit for giving 100%. Not enough though.
For his age is extremely good
Live streaming Olympia 2019 nick's strength and power 🙌
I agree Shawn is very impressive..but I won't be surprised if Phil is again crowned to be Olympia...he also looks phenomenal...(if we keep our hatred out of it)
Shawn must come out on top, his mid section is freaky crisp, look at those glutes man, he is the most conditioned guy. He is the MR. O for me but i think phil will again get the nod.
Nick, with all due respek....you should have done the livestream yesterday. Every year is the same empty promise of streaming the Olympia. You should have known that but if you need a post to remind you that there is a need to have our greatest show streamed....let this be it. Thanks for the amazing coverage you bring, you're very much appreciated!
Man... Phil's back. I think the choice the judges have to make is whether Phil's back beats Shawn's conditioning...
If I'm honest.. shawn just looks better.
great unbiased review as usual ... thanks Nick. Regarding the livestream on your channel ... I suggest that you make a test run with some of the other shows ... let's say an Arnold Classic ... you will learn about the problems, what needs to be done to have a good uninterrupted stream
I was very impressed with both Curry and Rhoden! Both definitely did their work!!! Lets go Rhoden lets change history! SN Iherb.com was a complete disappointment please get the rights from here on out Nick!!!
NovejSpeed3, I totally agree about Curry and Rhoden. It's like they came outta nowhere and are stealin' the show. They look outstanding!
Thanks nick! I literally waited up when you said on your live stream your video would be up later tonight. Couldn't see what happen cause fucking Iherb was a huge flop
Next year live stream at Nick's ! I'll be happy to watch it here!
Ramy looks HUGE, but not conditioned. Phil.... not this year. Shawn is taking this.
Dex legs r gone, age finally caught up to the vampire
Definitely do the live stream next year on RUclips, please! I got so frustrated I just turned it off and walked away. I have no confidence the finals will stream any better.
I’ve got no dog in the fight so this is what I see; Shawn looked good but he usually fades in the finals; Phil gets better as the night goes on and will take the win.
Shawn and brandon are looking crazy good. Both should be top 4 if not higher.
Phil looks terrible from the front, Shawn, Curry and Bonac look way better from the front.
And it's pretty close from the back
yes need to get the olympia on your channel for sure for next time for sure
LETS GO SHAWN
EDIT-WE DID IT BABY
Flexatron has him killed from the front, delts, abs, quad conditioning. Would love to see him win.
Please get it on your channel for next year. This was my first year watching the Olympia and I was very disappointed 😢 in iHerb.com. Thanks for the updates. Really appreciate you and the channel.
Shawn is almost there but Phil’s back is perfect. I got Phil but dam Shawn’s so close.
Phil has more media savvy and better features he's more mainstream than the other guys he'll win
Phill sucks, so boring, compare him to a real monster like Yates and I want to take a nap
Shawn looks absolutely lights-out incredible. Probably my favorite looking BB from the past 10 years, that conditioning is just awesome to see. And that taper! Just awesome
Phil is going to eat that Eeyore statement he said back then...