Top pros drop their picks for the 2009 New York Pro and New York Pro 202 and under
By Team FLEX
May 14, 2009
FLEXONLINE.COM
Our online preview of the 2009 IFBB New York Pro continues as the pros tell you who they think will walk away with the big slice of the pie and why.
BOB CICHERILLO, IFBB Athlete Representative Winner: Silvio Samuel Why: He’s the highest ranking guy and he’s beaten everybody in this lineup before.
202 winner: David Henry Why: He’s a class above the rest of the 202 guys. But this division is heating up and it’s gonna be interesting to see what happens at the Olympia 202 Showdown.
RONNIE COLEMAN, 1998-2005 Mr. Olympia Winner: Dennis James Why: I saw Dennis at FIBO and he was by far the biggest I’ve ever seen him – and shredded to the bone. He’s a seasoned veteran and he’s hungry for the win.
202 winner: David Henry Why: He’s always shredded and for this class, he’s one big boy. He knows how to make an impact. Both David and Dennis will head into the Olympia with momentum.
BRANDON CURRY, 2008 NPC USA Heavyweight and overall winner Winner: Silvio Samuel Why: He was not happy after the Arnold Classic so I’m sure he’ll bring the pain. His conditioning is on so he should stand out in this show.
202 winner: David Henry Why: He wants to erase his loss to Kevin English at last year’s show. He’s on a mission to prove that he’s the world’s best 202 and under bodybuilder.
JAY CUTLER, 2006-07 Mr. Olympia Winner: Evan Centopani Why: He’s big, ripped and has a great frame.
202 winner: David Henry Why: Carries lots of muscle, has the condition and he’s the Olympia 202 champ.
TONEY FREEMAN, 2009 Arnold Classic, 4th place Winner: Silvio Samuel Why: He’ll be in shape. As the highest ranking pro in the show, you have to think he’s taking it home.
202 winner: David Henry Why: He’s the Olympia 202 Showdown champ and I just know he’s gonna be on. Game over, baby!
DEXTER JACKSON, 2008 Mr. Olympia Winner: Dennis James Why: He’s got good shape, gets hard and he’s really brought his waist down. Plus, he’s still got the size advantage.
202 winner: David Henry Why: Best 202 dude in the world. End of story!
FLEX LEWIS, 2008 Europa Super Show 202 Champion Winner: Dennis James Why: New York likes freaks, so if Dennis is dialed in, he might edge it out.
202 winner: David Henry Why: He wants redemption for English beating him last year.
PETER PUTNAM, 2008 NPC Nationals, light-heavyweight winner Winner: Silvio Samuel Why: Based on his recent placings, he’s the top contender. Even though structurally some guys could give him a push, it will be hard to place ahead of Sil if he is the most conditioned guy there.
202 winner: David Henry Why: Henry’s beaten English, but we can’t forget English bested Henry at this very same show a year ago. This will be a dog fight, but I predict Henry comes out on top.
