Rivalry is one of the chief elements that helps to boost motivation. The arena of Bodybuilding has seen several formidable rivalries that have and continue to create history. It is undoubtedly one of the classic ways one improves and levels up their game to feel the satisfaction of defeating their opponent. Heath-Greene, Coleman-Wheeler, Schwarzenegger-Olivia, Jay Cutler, and his most fierce opponent, Victor Martinez, bring up the list of famous bodybuilding rivalries.

The four-time Mr. Olympia title holder Jay Cutler has had one of the finest contentions with the runner-up of 2007 Mr. Olympia. It was the second consecutive time Cutler kept his Olympia crown intact.

Victor Martinez declares he has already beaten Jay Cutler

In a recent interview conducted by Generation Iron Fitness & Bodybuilding Network on YouTube, Victor Martinez is reported to be asked about his arch-rival Cutler. In the video, when Martinez is asked whether he can defeat the four-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler, as he is right now at the age of 50, Victor firmly retorts within seconds. Making a bold statement, he astonishes every viewer. He says, “I’d rather just compete and just do it than just say I could beat him.”

Victor further replies,?“I beat him already, you know.” When he gets questioned again about defeating him in boxing, he smirkingly says that he doesn’t know. Moreover, he insinuates that Jay Cutler does have his skills, too. Whatever the scenario, the 44-year-old bodybuilder expresses his confidence boldly.

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Despite having a tough personality, Victor Martinez recently unveiled his admiration for this American Rapper he has always been a devout fan of.

Martinez shared his fan moment with American Rapper

In one of his recent posts, Victor shares a picture with Slick Rick on his Instagram. The two-time Arnold classic winner expressed his immense excitement as he attended the Final Lap Tour 2023. Chiefly for Slick Rick,? He stated, “So I met one of my all-time favorite story telling #rapper @therulernyc #ricktheruler while on tour with @bustarhymes and @50cent for the #finallaptour2023.” He further added a super fanboy moment. Victor declares, “He is beyond super humble and chill. He shook my hand so I’m not washing it for 24 hours.”

Bodybuilding is as competitive as any other sport. However, it is also the sport where inspirations drawn from opponents and idols push other bodybuilders to strive for improvements. Whether Cutler-Martinez or Kai-Phil, all these rivalries have proven to be extremely beneficial for all of these entities. What is your favorite rivalry in the community? Share in the comments below.

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