The Perfect Storm: The Legacy of John Brzenk

[@deepitkujur5486]

This was amazing, had tears in my eyes by the end of this beautiful homage

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@Lagia7]

It is indeed really rare that there is such an obvious and clear cut GOAT in a sport. John Brzenk's career is so unbelievably rich. Great video

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@MoHawkAnakin]

Arm wrestling fans are lucky to be alive during the time of the greatest ever. 100 years from now people will only have old videos. We got to see him live. Someday when arm wrestling is as big as boxing or ufc, his trophies will be held in an arm wrestling museum.

[@coatofarmwars]

For sure 💪

[@armfighterjourney9911]

Agree

[@hairyape_8103]

Arm wrestling will never get that big and even if it did he would be surpassed as the goat as the level John dominated is far less the even today. Arm wrestling was unrefined in his time

[@Armwrestlingchef]

@@hairyape_8103 after all that documentation you still understood nothing ?? common you cant be that dumb !!

[@ldarm]

@@hairyape_8103 Not with that attitude it won't

[@lightoflife-ministries]

Incredible gifted genetics to have such bone and tendon strength on that frame.

[@coatofarmwars]

Don't forget hard work 💪

[@lightoflife-ministries]

@@coatofarmwars yes, of course. But his genetics were special, truly built for the sport

[@vikingmode9093]

paying homage to the greatest of all time. Well done.

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated

[@nate1sam]

Watching this after John just crushed leonidas at EVW 14 at 60yrs old. What a legend

[@coatofarmwars]

It was crazy got to see it live 💪

[@nate1sam]

@coatofarmwars would have loved to seen that live. That's a moment in time to remember

[@Bit2brain]

That was a great lesson for Leonidas from the GOAT.

[@nate1sam]

@@Bit2brain Can you imagine being able to say you went to war with the Goat on your way up the ranks? One of the last ones to ever ever be able to say it

[@softwashscience]

I remember years ago watching his super-match on late night TV with Devon Larret from 2015. I got bored one winter a year later and tried to find the guy back on youtube and there it was. I started to look into who John was and watched pulling John and then watched every video I could find on the Internet about him and any interview he may have done just really anything about him. There was nothing new or recent at that time of him But I was just amazed with his story because I’m such a sports fan. I would search his name almost every day for months to see if anything new would come up even if it were people just talking about him. I still search his name as a keyword and select upload date weekly to see if there is anything and thats what brought me here lol. Then all of a sudden, Ryan Bowen popped up on my keyword search for John Brzenk And they started to do interviews and even a few live streams and it was just unbelievable to hear from John and Cj again and for me it was the first time to actually see who this person was in real time. I continued to follow and there was talk about him coming back, but it never seemed quite real until the chance Shaw match was announced and the tournament he did the week before where he beat Cody Merritt. I watched the chant Shaw match live and I remember being nervous for it like I was competing myself because I didn’t wanna get let down I guess. I remember when he won that match it kind of choked me up a little bit. Here I was watching what I believe is the most amazing story in athletics and I’m watching a legend that I followed and he just happened to come back out of nowhere and I happen to get involved in everything and interested at the perfect time to see it all unravel. I have since communicated with John personally and we email back-and-forth as we both share a passion for snowmobiling. One day, the story of John Brzenk will be put on display for the entire world to see and I will get to say I saw an experienced that firsthand as it happened. It’s been truly an honor to watch him compete and communicate with him. When God made wrestlers, he made that guy right there.

[@coatofarmwars]

Pulling John was what got me started a few years ago 💪

[@perseverence3261]

It seems we both have the same story except I didn't have the privilege to be in touch with him... 🥲

[@mcfarvo]

15:20 "where ya goin', buddy?!"

[@coatofarmwars]

Best line ever

[@batman6540]

i love it :D

[@ahhdodbegyd]

This video needs more view

[@coatofarmwars]

Appreciate the support. I put a lot of work into it be sure and share it with your friends 💪

[@ahhdodbegyd]

@@coatofarmwars sure you're doing great

[@MP-xx1kb]

Agreed. Very well made.

[@dragicvetanovski3807]

Best ever ..John Brzenk its GOAT..grethings from 💪🇲🇰🇬🇷

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@vhff-y5p]

this deserves a million views

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 👍

[@DevonWildZillaTeschJr]

Very well, put together video. Hope it gets the credit it deserves!

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated, share it with your friends and let me know what you'd wanna see next 💪

[@MSV667]

Great mini documentary. Thanks for making it.

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@justaguyfromreddit]

amazing documentary, loved every bit, even the absolute murder or "Pavlo derbedyeneyev" and " hadzhimurat zoloev" 😂

[@coatofarmwars]

You could absolutely hear the despair in my voice as I try to pronounce those lol.

[@Jstew3032]

That was amazing

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪 got a favorite part?

[@Jstew3032]

35:45

[@coatofarmwars]

@@Jstew3032 absolutely, I still remember watching that match. John's reaction was great.

[@jameslatta3512]

Man thats some quality work, really great stuff 👍

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it

[@pietrogarofalo2943]

Amazing documentary man. Keep it up! Can’t wait to see what you got for other armwrestlers

[@coatofarmwars]

Who would you want to see? I'm thinking about Ron next.

[@pietrogarofalo2943]

@@coatofarmwars It sounds really good.

[@jaymailloux976]

Great presentation for the GOAT

[@coatofarmwars]

💪

[@iamcoffeerepublic]

Just dropping a thank you.

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@JonnyRocksAW]

Superb documentary. I know this took effort. Been in the sport 5 years myself and John’s accolades are just astonishing.

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it I just hit two years myself 💪

[@agrocassiano]

A Última Vitória de John sobre o Leônidas ficaria top para a finalização desse excelente vídeo, parabéns por essa homenagem, sucesso sempre. 🎉

[@TIGERSDFW]

Over the top, John vs. "Under the table" Todd... "where ya going buddy?"

[@coatofarmwars]

Classic 😎

[@jayclean5653]

Thanks for putting this together. This is really good for newer fans to understand why John is the Greatest.

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

Can’t wait to see him pull in person for the first time ever in Orlando

[@coatofarmwars]

I plan on being there as well 💪

[@jameslatta2226]

Awesome video!

[@coatofarmwars]

Thanks!

[@yanyothegrey9634]

Great video man. Keep doing content. Don't quit. You're good.

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪 what do you want to see next?

[@ArjanBakker]

Nice video, indeed he is the GOAT. Idid not remember that Andriy Pushkar died on 14th November, as that is my birthday, so now I will always think about him on that day, RIP

[@dilligafmat]

There has been no other sportsman in any sport as dominant as this man. Truly awesome

[@spidermonkeynr1]

This is what every armwrestling watcher must know as a basic. I allready knew. But last tike I see a poll of who is the Goat. And John was voted 3rd place. That shows you how little people know. They see a current champion and say ow that's the Goat. No people that's not how it works. John is the Goat 4 ever

[@coatofarmwars]

There's so many accomplishments this doesn't even cover it all. Glad you liked it and share it with your friends 💪

[@spidermonkeynr1]

@coatofarmwars you did a phenomenal job. I was 5 when I saw over the top and John for the first time. He had glasses and I wear glasses . Today it's normal to have glasses on in the early 80's you was seen as a weak nerd. John boosted my self-esteem at a very young age because of that.

[@alexandermikhailov2481]

I've been following arm wrestling for years. There were and are great athletes in this sport. But I've always felt that John Brzenk is truly the greatest arm wrestler of all time 💪

[@coatofarmwars]

💯

[@doriankeating1963]

So we'll done, im sure John himself shed a tear. Cudos to you.

[@michaelwooda9444]

After his lates win at east vs west 14, john is definitely still the goat. We now know these over seas matches our guys have been having mixed results finally came to america and realized coming to a different country in a different time zone and long flights has a major effect on performance.

[@coatofarmwars]

Those USA chants hit different at home.

[@michaelwooda9444]

@@coatofarmwars definitely! The room was off the rails! And about 95 degrees.

[@ebk304]

Wow what an amazing video!! Just top notch! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrAstraldreamer]

Pulling John was great too..he avenged his defeat by vevoda who was in his absolute prime when he beat john..

[@yadnak2078]

Excellent work, thanks for the effort! Truly the GOAT!

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated!

[@ldarm]

A very interesting and wonderful homage to the greatest 💪🏻

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated glad you liked it💪

[@rasberrydefender1930]

What an absolute Banger of a video, nothing but respect for your work, simply wow also funny with the pronounciations (Pablo Dongarbaev?😅) loved it and well, the Goat status of armwrestling is a difficult topic, because yes what John did is simply unhuman, simply absolutely incredible and amazing, but in my opinion there are simply things to consider, like how the sport is way more proffessional now, the general level is soooooooo much higher then back in the 80s for example or even in the 2000s I mean we just have to look back at 2008 Devon vs John, Devon beat John, and yes it wasnt the best version of John, still this was a match for the superheavyweight number 1 title and Devon back than arguably wouldnt even be top 10 now, in his hook training he did like 80kg with one arm, impressive, but Levan gets over 100kg and things like that make the Goat discussion still interesting in my opinion, because yes, John dominated for decades, but in a small sport, where training is not that developed and many are part time armwrestlers, that doesnt take away, that John was absurdly good, but wouldnt it also be absurdly good if a nearly 50 year old Devon defeats a guy who can curl like just under 400 pounds and is regarded as the strongest armwrestler ever, with on top becoming a tripple champ at supeeheavyweights, heavyweights and light heavyweights in a much much more professional sport, that is way more optimised in terms of strength, technique, endurance, in general the whole training improved? for me its like in cyclimg there was Eddie Merx back in the 80s and he was so good, that at a Tour de France, the hands down biggest event ever and every year, he won the overalls and every other class, he could sprint, and cycle up the mountains the fastest, today cycling is so optimized that, noone even things this is even a possibillity that one ever could do that. I dont want to say John isnt the Goat, or wouldnt be even if Devon gets a tripple devision champ and clears the whole top 10 in the superheavyweights, but in my opinion he still has to get a good case against John, because the times have changed drastically. Thats how I see it. Other than these thoughts, I just again only can say what an awesome video, I never thought someone would do such a video, but here it is and I love it. Absolute respect to you.

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@kenbrunet6120]

On top of his goat status. His personality and sportsmanship is unmatched.

[@michahalczuk9071]

In one video (I think short) which I can't track down, John spoke about all the *issues* he has with his right arm due to 40 years of active armwrestling. He said too much sidepressure makes his shoulder uncomfortable or even hurt, his tendons are popping and cracking when his arm gets stretched by force, etc. But overall for 40 years of quite extreme sport it's basically nothing, especially at his age. John only practiced once a week for his entire life (even less recently), and it seems like even that might have been too much or just a little too much since he acquired some long lasting injuries. Still goat, and still in shape.

[@coatofarmwars]

He's definitely still got it though 💪

[@MM-ig1iv]

And ten he kills it again.. probably one of his best matches ever? He never stops surprising us. damn, maybe we all should've broke our arms when we were younger?

[@coatofarmwars]

I was so glad I got to be there and see it in person.

[@JayZoop]

John has a huge thumb, huge rib cage, consistent power, and amazing skill.

[@bradgrundy512]

Amazing Video. 16:45, this is untrue. Devon famously beat john in a supermatch in 2008 and krasamir beat him in 2013 i believe. Still an almost flawless 3 decades of dominance tho.

[@coatofarmwars]

I'm sure there are some things I missed. I've heard a lot of different things about his undefeated streak. I just went off of a few different articles and the records I could find.

[@bradgrundy512]

@@coatofarmwars yeah no worries man, bound to happen when making a video this comprehensive. great job

[@coatofarmwars]

@@bradgrundy512 Glad you enjoyed it 💪

[@Enigma9178]

Devon was heavier not in John's weight class, undefeated streak of 30 yrs is in his own weight class of middle weight and light heavyweight.

[@coatofarmwars]

@@Enigma9178 that's a good point I could have phrased it like that instead. I sort of mentioned it later in the video how "slowing down" for John was just not being as good against super heavys as he was but still being great in his weight class. 💪

[@JayZoop]

He's the greatest because he kept winning and winning even in his 50s. He had consistent power and staying power.

[@grimmer2005]

Seems that his recepi for success was doing TONS of armwrestling competitions, while as others went to gym, he just kept on armwrestling and competing. Giving him tremendous experience.

[@RottenKid88]

What is this masterpiece?? omg.. thanks for this great video. Keep up the great work!!! Absolutely stunning!

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@MJIZZEL]

Dude you killed it on this. Wish more people were aware of johns insane peak. I first heard of him in 04 and couldn't believe how long he had been at the top. Showed all my buddy in the army barracks in south korea and they all were amazed as well. Then he stayed there for 10 more years after that! Wow. I still laugh at people who try to bring up devon or levan as the greatest ever. Its just laughable to compare careers. I mean think about it with devon. He lost to john in 99 and thats was when john was already near the end of 2 decades of dominance. We will never see another run like the perfect storm. Grest documentary.

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@Shaun_1987]

and he's now in his best form in ages since this doc, thanks for uploading.

[@coatofarmwars]

I might have to drop a part 2.

[@Shaun_1987]

@@coatofarmwars 100% bro, great job on this. i will sub

[@mence5992]

That's easily my favourite youtube video

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@White.W0lfz]

🐺🐺🐺 Great homage to the greatest GOAT of any sport! Thank you!

[@coatofarmwars]

💪

[@Redman-wm6th]

2 mins in and I can tell this is going to be an excellent video!!!

[@coatofarmwars]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@patrickosier3644]

Such a great documentary. Thank you for making this. John is the best to ever step to the table.

[@coatofarmwars]

💪

[@mauricemcmulkin1216]

Awesome video , fitting tribute 👏

[@coatofarmwars]

Thank you very much!

[@mmamovieslap]

Great video and good job! Keep doing this!

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@roscomcfarland204]

Dude this was AMAZING. More on arm wrestlers please

[@razenhell6514]

Thanks for taking the time to make this. It's quite enjoyable.

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 👍

[@ryanclark9386]

22years undefeated is insane

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@darkfist9889]

Thanks for making this. John brzenk is my favourtie armwrestler and now this made me realise in depth why he is the GOAT

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@dshaytheberserker69]

this was fantastic! thanks...much thanks

[@TimmyTurner421]

The legacy continues! Not sure if mentioned but John also beat Paul Linn and Dmitry Kachan at the beginning of his comeback

[@richardherron7670]

The best in arm wrestling history

[@coatofarmwars]

💯

[@giff427dg]

The goat hands down

[@weldmishref]

Thank you!!

[@coatofarmwars]

No problem 💪

[@ArjanBakker]

Nice video, indeed he is the GOAT. Idid not know that Andriy Pushkar died on 14th November, as that is my birthday, so I will always think about him on that day, RIP

[@AnnaBrownandTaiaha]

Uhhh the King move just winds me up every time I see it. At least the GOAT never had to resort to that level 🐐💪🏾🐐💪🏾

[@sebastiansaul]

JOHN IS A KING ❤

[@coatofarmwars]

Say that one more time for the people in the back 💪

[@papaherf7349]

In my opinion John can never lose!!! Forever will John be the GOAT PERIOD. He’s humble and a great man. Forever the gold standard in arm wrestling!

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@MairiVegofi]

John would take anyone in his prime days.. even Levan.. John is still the Goat.

[@coatofarmwars]

You might need to let some of these less informed people in the comments know the truth. 💪

[@hellsdryad]

I watched him with the widest of eyes when John defeated Denis. I would never be weak in body again.

[@coatofarmwars]

💪

[@CryptoHuntinDad]

John looks really good now, he looks awesome in 2024

[@deutzfahrmadman]

Incredible video! Can’t believe you haven’t had a shit load more views! It deserves it

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 👍

[@dvr1337]

pushkar in tournaments was crazy. i wish levan would be able to do the same.

[@Ron-Swanson]

The guy with the most hunger, dedication, and heart wins in combat sports not always the best athlete.

[@coatofarmwars]

💪

[@matteoallegretti1663]

Great video! Great John!💪

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@sylvesterkanev2918]

16:53 against Devon 2008. Nevertheless, John is the Greatest armwrestler of all times!

[@coatofarmwars]

I probably need to make a comment with some corrections 🤣

[@sylvesterkanev2918]

@@coatofarmwars I wrote you a long comment but somehow either YT f*cked up again or it got deleted. In a few words, this video is fantastic!

[@tyrelkushonda2908]

Bro, this is beautiful 👌🏽

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 👍

[@freeatlast1963]

Quality video journalism ....

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@sethr5117]

He has said in his recent defeats. He’s been battling covid which has hindered his recovery, endurance, and training. Case in point. He just beat Leonidas Arkona. John’s not done

[@deaconlambeaux2716]

Great content

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@matt_555]

Great video!

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@DP-yu4rr]

respect for choosing the right soccer player

[@Savagetripper]

Another great video of coato farm wars ... farm wars rule!

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thomas8794]

great video for a even greater athlete.

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@DanielSmith-km4tu]

He’s the GOAT.

[@coatofarmwars]

Fact's 💯

[@veritas2145]

Good stuff

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@brucecampbell7347]

Very well done. No disputing John is the greatest.

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@kylestewart8354]

Now if you can please higher Morgan Freeman todo the commentary. This would be the best 30/30 👌

[@helgijacobsen1497]

john will always get my respect i am 49 he is 60 like 16

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@bigman4175]

Amazing video

[@coatofarmwars]

Much appreciated 💪

[@erichschader1079]

very cool

[@lindomararaujo7877]

Nunca mais vai existir um cabra com esse nesse esporte

[@hanzdieter7274]

John Brzenk (* 15. Juli 1964 in McHenry, Illinois) yo dude jhon is older this makes all even better

[@fugazi225]

thanks for content

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@mcfarvo]

The G.o.A.T. in the sport of Armwrestling (maybe if Devon takes down Levan and then dominates for another decade or so, then there will be another contender)

[@coatofarmwars]

Maybe he'll be almost sort of half way there 🤣

[@Mr.Schitzengigglez]

Just took Leonidas to school, at 60 years old.. Still the Goat.

[@coatofarmwars]

Absolutely 💪

[@mezohmorf1371]

This was great

[@coatofarmwars]

Glad you liked it 💪

[@mezohmorf1371]

@@coatofarmwars You should do this for all the top names in arm wrestling

[@coatofarmwars]

@@mezohmorf1371 Im definitely thinking about it.

[@getwhatyougive]

I dunno if it was here or somewhere else, but I was one of those noobs who tried to argue that Devon is the GOAT. I humbly apologize for such foolishness. I didn't know any better. Devon is one of the greatest; John IS the greatest.

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@flagellum8591]

John è FANTASTICO!!!

[@coatofarmwars]

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[@oleksandr5309]

Да Джон красава Восхищаюсь этим атлетом

[@DP-yu4rr]

legend

[@cryptonation2316]

I know all about this story. In 1980's, I worked with John Bonanno (The Bonanno crime family) You can see him in quite a few of these shots. By the way, I love the Bonanno family. I met John Brzenk when I was 15 years old, he was 18, I thought at the time he was the last person who would beat anyone at arm wrestling. The first time I met John Bonanno, his training consisted of 180 LB wrist curls. Holy moly I thought, that was 50 lbs. more then I weighed. And my boss got his ass handed to him by the guy I thought was the last person to win. I actually thought I could have beat him when I first him. LMAO., Love you, John Bonanno, John Brzenk!