There was a time in Mr. Olympia’s history when even the unquestionable dominance of Ronnie Coleman was judged by the bodybuilding fans. They were outraged to see The King defeat Markus Rühl despite the latter bringing greater mass to the stage. Recently, the elite German bodybuilder joined hands with Classic Physique icon Urs Kalecinski for a workout session.

Rühl, who maintains his huge frame at 51, stunned the bodybuilding fans. The online community is still hurt, recounting how he was robbed of the Mr. Olympia title in 2004.

Markus Rühl triggers netizens’ emotions with a recent workout

The retired IFBB Pro joined hands with his fellow German bodybuilder for a gym session. After the training session, Urs and Markus Rühl hit the iconic photoshoot pose of Rühl and Dennis Wolf in 2003. Fans couldn’t miss how the German Nightmare is huge forever and recounted the days when judges told him he lost due to his small size.

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Disappointed bodybuilding fans rushed to the comment to note how the 2004 Mr. Olympia wasn’t fair enough. “The judges told him that he wasn‘t big enough,” lamented a fan mocking a decade-old decision. “Bro is bigger than miracle bear even retired,” noted a stunned fan. “Ruhl could of been a soldier of Warhammer, without the Armour,” suggested another die-hard fan hailing Rühl mass.

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“Lol judges say you are not big enough,” mocked 2004 Mr. Olympia judges’ decision to not recognize Rühl’s bodybuilding worth. “Bro was bigger standing beside Ronnie Coleman,” declared another devastated fan. Despite securing a 5th position in the event, the bodybuilding fans could see how Rühl had every chance to win the 2004 Mr. Olympia, given his massive size and shoulders. The 320 lb German bodybuilder is regarded as one of the elite bodybuilders who never claimed the Sandow Trophy.

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The Mr. Olympia stage has seen many bodybuilders who brought their unique physiques to the stage but were never honored with the prestigious title. As the sport is subjective, the definition of the best physique varies with individuals, and the bodybuilder who brings the overall package to the stage lifts the trophy. Flex Wheeler, Kevin Levrone, and Kai Greene are considered a few bodybuilders who deserved a Sandow Trophy but never won it.

Despite not winning a Mr. Olympia title, bodybuilders like Rühl continue to rule the hearts of bodybuilding fans with their efforts and physique. What could be more satisfying for Rühl than earning the appreciation of his fans at 51