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His streamlined waist led to a host of stronger shots, including his side triceps, side chest, front double biceps, and his signature most muscular. Beyond those power shots, the grainy detail was apparent between posing transitions.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Lights Out Pre-Judging Told a Story\u00a0<\/h2>\n
Walker\u2019s muscle hardness and improved midsection carried him through day one of the Mr. Olympia. Leg separation and thickness from the side put him ahead on the scorecards, leaving the rest of the lineup in a frenzy to catch up. Having spent most of the time in the center, the consensus was that it was Walker or Derek Lunsford\u2019s show to win. The official prejudging scores agreed, with Walker on 8 points, Lunsford on 9 and Dauda on 15 (lower is better).\u00a0<\/p>\n
In the finals, Walker dug into the ground for a back double biceps that showed off his detail. Dauda came roaring back and won the night show on the judges\u2019 cards, 5 points to Walker\u2019s 10. It was not enough. Walker\u2019s prejudging lead held, and he won the Sandow by two points<\/a>, 18 to 20<\/strong>, with Lunsford third. He took the People\u2019s Champion award too.\u00a0<\/p>\nA New Era\u00a0<\/h2>\n
Walker\u2019s unlikely triumph raises questions about the direction of the Men\u2019s Open. His freak factor, granite muscle hardness, and dry conditioning are the new standard. Despite being counted out before his crowning moment, the 32-year-old Men\u2019s Open star now heads into the next chapter of his career with unparalleled confidence.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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