Reporter- I am wondering what has you all smiles this week?
Big Show- I think you and everyone else knows exactly why I am smiling. I had a great match last week and showed why I belong here. Now it is time to end Tommy. He really thinks he stands a chance against the biggest athlete in the company? He better stay praying hoping I take mercy on him. Next question.
-He continues walking through the airport towards the exit and the reporter stays right next to him.-
Reporter- What are your plans for this week? Are you trying to get the attention of anyone this week?
Big Show- I have very little planned for this week. I have considered taking more health-based classes and hitting the gym more because I need to start trimming down and taking care of myself. I have always been a big guy and that will certainly not change but adding muscle will help me further down the road. It will make me stronger and more confident knowing that nothing will ever hold me back from my full potential. Tommy end may not notice at first and that's fine because after tonight he will feel my impact for days to come. He will never look my way again that's for sure or if he is brave enough to do that I will make him regret it.
-Big Show gets up to a vehicle where he shuts the door and can finally enjoy the drive home. He grabs the newspaper that is next to him left by the previous occupant as he flips through the newspaper he notices something.-
"Wanted"
Competitors for the World' Strongest Man needed, Local winner, will go on to compete nationally.
-Big Show starts thinking to himself-
What better way to test my strength then to put it through the endurance of that nature. I will have to get signed up quickly I am sure the spots are limited. It is time I show everyone why I am the biggest show on earth.I will prove to all these young men what a real man is.
-He arrives home and changes into something more comfortable then makes the call to the Naval Base in Annapolis where the event is being held. He gets the last spot for the event and they tell him it starts at noon tomorrow. He hangs up the phone as he spends time with family and friends for the first time in over a month. He gets to bed early and around six in the morning he gets up and gets the kids off to school as he showers and changes into basketball shorts and a t-shirt. He grabs about two bottles of water and makes the drive to the Naval Base. He arrives and is directed to a private sector of the base so no one bothers the competitors. He parks his truck and grabs everything he needs. He starts walking towards the football arena where he sees everyone practicing on the field. He is very intrigued by the set-up but he is determined to show everyone how it is done.-
:: Special announcement::
Will all participants please go to the table and choose four events they would be interested in doing and the committee will make a decision shortly. It is a first come first serve basis so please do not delay.
-Big Show decides to stretch a little before signing up figuring that he will be able to handle whatever events he gets. He finishes his exercises and puts on a knee brace for the extra support. He walks over to the table and signs up for the last four events available. The Atlas Stones, Carry and Drag, Fridge Carry and Gaint Log Lift. He makes his way over the first event as he reads a little about it
ATLAS STONES:
The Atlas Stones are often regarded as the signature event in the WSM contest. As the first event of the whole competition, this event often determines the strongest competitor.
-He watches the other competitors before him and watches them place five stones on five different length barrels and the quickest time is the leader. He prepares to lift the first stone as he carefully lifts using his knees.-
Big Show- Argh!
-Breathing heavy as he walks towards the barrel-
Big Show- There we go one step at a time
-He places the first ball on the barrel and continues all the way until the last ball as he goes to lift the 500-pound ball which for him should be quite the challenge. He positions himself one again and lifts and halfway through it slips from his grip. He takes a short break and repeats it deciding to roll the ball up the barrel as he finally gets done and he struggles back in line awaiting the next event.-
CARRY AND DRAG
Anvils, anchors, and chains are carried over a fixed distance. The Strongmen compete for five at a time and have to carry two anvils first, before dragging an anchor over the same distance, attaching a chain to it, and dragging it back to the starting point.
-Big Show looks over at the other four men he is taking on and just smiles as he realizes they are half his size. The gun goes off signaling the men to finish the task and Big Show begins to drag the anchor to the next point as he moves on to the chain. He completes the chain when he realizes he is in first place and can complete this in record time. He slows up his pace slightly as a small limp can be noticed and it is just enough that he finishes second in this event. He becomes frustrated with himself as he looks down and sees his knee is starting to swell. He ignores it not wanting to bail out of the event halfway through the competition. He walks over and looks at the next one in disbelief.-
Fridge Carry
The athletes then have 60 seconds to complete the course. A phenomenal test of strength which has grown to become one of the most recognized, and iconic events in the world of the Strongmen.
Big Show- You have got to be kidding me right now how the fuck I'm I suppose to manage this one. I am struggling to walk and I have to get this done in just a minute? Here goes nothing I suppose
-He takes his position as he places the bar on his shoulder with the two fridges attached. The time does not start until they are off the ground. He starts preparing himself mentally.-
Come on Show you have the most to prove right now. If you fail then the doubt will start setting in once again. This will not happen on this night I will not have any more problems in regards to my future.
-He lifts the fridges off the ground and makes his way across the destinated area. The clock hits 5,4,3,2...-
Big Show- Ugh! I did it. I actually fricking did it.
-He drops the fridges on the ground and takes a seat next to them holding the knee brace. He works it out for a minute or two making sure it will hold up through everything. He makes his way to the final event and he looks up and finds himself in third place overall.-
Big Show- Here we go the last event is here. I don't care about first place I just want to finish and show the strength and just how far I have come.
-He looks at the final event and mentally prepares himself.-
Giant Log Lift
The challenge here is the number of repetitions that can be achieved before the timer runs out. With the average trunk weighing between 500-600 lbs, the athletes need stamina and strength, as well as an iron-clad grip to smash this event.
-He notices throughout the competition that the most anyone can do is ten reps. There is one minute to do this as he stands near the log takes a deep breath. He push the log up using the strength in his knees.-
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-He starts slowing down as he kicks his legs trying to keep the blood flowing.-
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-The crowd starts cheering as there is ten seconds lift. Big Show gives one final push as he gets to eight and he just falls over in pure exhaustion. The crowd gives him a standing ovation knowing everything he went through to get to that point. The announcer comes over the loudspeaker.-
:: Attention everyone we have the winners. Starting in 3rd place we have John Kracker.::
Big Show- Damn it! I must have fallen out of placement because I really thought I had it.
:: The winner of the event with a score of 72 out of 100 overall is Paul Kurtinitz.::
Big Show- Well I gave it everything I had as he removes the brace and the knee is so swollen he can barely walk. He sits down nearby as someone approaches him.
:: The 2nd place prize goes to Paul 'Big Show' Wight.-
Big Show- Excuse me?! are you kidding me?
Judge- I wanted to thank you personally for that incredible display of strength and courage I know it could not be easy but you did not care.
-He hands him a "silver" atlas ball as a reward only wearing five pounds though he lifts it above his head as he makes his way to the podium. He stands on the podium and just smiles as everyone takes pictures. He steps down and makes his way to his truck as he drives home and gets in the tub with ice cold water to soak the knee.-[/b]
(Good luck and feedback is appreciated of course. I will be less active this week due to being in the path of the Hurricane and I am preparing myself and my family right now)
lol. I was rushed this week but all things considered I appreciate the feedback