In a recent Instagram post, 2x Ms. Fitness Olympia Melissa Truscott showcased a photo where she held the champion award. She eagerly anticipates the upcoming IFBB pro event and plans to sponsor the prize money.
In an unexpected twist, varied reactions are buzzing within the bodybuilding community regarding the unique trophy design for the Adela Garcia Classic, a highly awaited fitness contest in Austin, Texas. The 2x Arnold champ sponsors the trophy, which has ignited both criticism and amusement among bodybuilding fans. As a result, they have been expressing their amusing responses on social media.
The unconventional design sparks hilarious reactions
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After witnessing the unusual design of the trophy, bodybuilding fans swiftly filled Truscott’s post with comments, displaying both surprise and amusement. One fan expressed admiration for the athletes but couldn’t resist labeling the trophy’s pose as cringe-worthy, comparing it to something inappropriate. “All respect to the athletes but Bro that trophie pose is cringe it looks like someone inserted something in Becky’s something.” Another fan even called it the “worst trophy” they had ever seen, highlighting their dissatisfaction with the design.
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Overall, fans thought the IFBB pro looked fantastic, but the trophy did not live up to their expectations. “You look great….the trophy on the other hand needs help.” Some individuals felt that the chosen pose for immortalization appeared to mock the athletes’ hard work and dedication.
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A fan expressed disappointment and expressed a desire for a better pose that would acknowledge the incredible efforts put in by the athletes. It seemed that fans desired a more visually appealing and representative trophy. “frankly, they could have come up with a better pose to eternalize. looks like a mockery with athletes who, as you say, work super hard.”
Bodybuilding worlds question the design
Numerous fans raised concerns about the design of the trophy and questioned the decision-making process behind it. Interestingly, one commenter inquired about the designer and funding for the trophy, suggesting their dissatisfaction with the final outcome. “That is the ugliest trophy I think I have ever seen, who designed and paid for it ?”
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The negative response to the trophy reached its peak when a person boldly stated, “I’d rather no trophy than have to carry that around.” This sentiment reflected the extent of disappointment and even embarrassment that some fans felt about the trophy’s design.
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