Bodybuilding World Compares IFBB Pro to Legendary 8x Mr. Olympia King: “Same Built Just Much Smaller”

When Shaun Clarida first entered the competitive bodybuilding scene, many initially viewed him as a weak contender due to his smaller size compared to other bodybuilding giants. Standing at 5.2 ft, Clarida impressively advanced in his career by surpassing larger IFBB athletes, subsequently earning the nickname “giant slayer.”

For years, the IFBB pro fought his way up the ranks of the 212 Division. In 2020, he claimed his first Mr.Olympia victory and drew comparisons to the GOAT of bodybuilding. In an interview, the 40-year-old bodybuilder enthusiastically embraced the comparisons, saying, “I’ll take that all day long.” Moreover, he mentioned seeing photos of the 8x Mr. Olympia champ, Ronnie Coleman, and himself side by side, which he appreciated. Subsequently, after a recent social media post showcasing his physical accomplishments, fans once again compared him to the legend.

Shaun Clarida’s exceptional physique

Not long ago, the American pro bodybuilder shared a post on Instagram, captioned “Every bodybuilder’s favorite love/hate day of the week…LEG DAY!!” and consequently showcased his striking physique, particularly his well-defined quads.

This stirred up excitement among his fans and brought back cherished memories of the beloved bodybuilding icon Ronnie ‘the King’ Coleman. Fans and the bodybuilding community quickly showed their amazement and drew notable comparisons between the Giant Slayer and Big Ron.

Fans compare Clarida’s physique to Ronnie Coleman

One fan couldn’t contain their astonishment, exclaiming, “I thought it was Ronnie Coleman for a second.” The striking resemblance in their physiques was evident, as another fan concurred, “Mini Ronnie.” The sentiment was echoed by yet another supporter, who agreed, “I’ve been saying this for a while. Same built, just much smaller obviously.” 

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One fan exclaimed, “Sir isn’t from this planet.” This extraordinary praise underscores the perception that Clarida’s physical achievements are so exceptional that they border on the supernatural. Another admirer went even further, proclaiming, “Ronny Coleman in a new version.” 

As Clarida continues to defy expectations and rise through the ranks of the 212 Division, his fans eagerly anticipate witnessing his continued success and future achievements in the sport.

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