Funny you should say that since he ref Larratt vs Levan 2. The biggest and most successful money match in the history of the sport lol he got old though
Travis was the most gifted arm wrestler I ever seen. Has explosion was almost unstoppable. But he lack discipline and dedication to the sport. If he had the love for the sport like Devon has, he would probably still be a top five heavyweight till this day. But this match was an embarrassment to the sport.
I find this interesting to watch but the micro fouls are ridiculous. One of the reasons arm wrestling didn't taken off like it could've. The casual fan would be wondering how theres even a score when they never even fought one time.
These weren’t micro fouls. They were false starts and curling the wrist before the go. There is no sport worth watching let alone competing in if pullers like Travis can get away with this shet.
He probably didn’t want to get in a real fight. Not that he’s running away. He’s just trying to protect himself from laying down hands. It’s a smart move
@@HIMCULES Travis probably reminds you of a kid that picked on you growing up. You couldn't hack it at elementary sports but you talk shit on pros not being tough LOL. How embarrassing is that?
@@jonb2756 No, Voevoda's peak was at Zloty. He destroyed Travis there, they both were in their peaks and dont forget Brzenk, he destroyed him as well. That's just facts, dont be biased.
@@jonb2756 Voevoda was the world number 1 at one point of time. He defeated Travis, Todd, Brzenk... you name it. Every elite armwrestler worth his salt has given respect to Voevoda. But like Devon said.. Being the number 1 armwrestler became just another bucket list for him. Another been there done that. But what an athlete he was. I don't think there was ever an elite armwrestler who also was an Olympic medalist. I wouldn't have been surprised if he knew Judo or Sambo as well. He was a complete athlete in every way.
And I don't have a bias at all btw. I didn't come from an armwrestling background. I came from a high school and collegiate wrestling background. I know a well rounded athlete when I see one. Voevoda is exceptional.
the ref should have just started the matches so we could see all this energy put in the round instead of calling the fouls all the time, that would have been a show
Not only was the match decided by the referee, the ref also caused so much tension between the two athletes, almost causing a fight. If you let the two athletes pull without trying to micro manage, the stronger athlete is going to win. Both athletes will know where they stand & no one will feel frustrated. Terrible rules.
yea fuck those rules, like devon always says its a fight between two armwrestlers" and the fucking ref shouldn't have that much power on who wins, because even refs are humans and it is only natural that they are biased, which is much worse than having kings move in the sport. Also with the rules like this arm wrestling will stay a small underground nothing of a sport, the only way to make aw bigger is to have it more pleasing to watch for the new viewers
@@xxminecraftpvpproxx2408 No. Travis did early starts every round and curled his wrist before the go. It’s a fact that Travis couldn’t touch Semerenko if S got their hook set up in time.
The ref seemed like he was stalling the matches as long as possible waiting for somebody to make a foul. It seems like this match was rigged to try to get Travis to foul out.
No one can deny Bagent's strength but he had a tough childhood which has turned him into a loudmouth bully more than athlete. He often pulls his opponent across the table when the strap is still tied. So disrespectful.
Personality is highly heritable. Outside of abuse it's unclear what (if any effect) home environment even has on it. He was likely born with that personality more or less.
Stop with your crying. They are all grown ass men looking for competitive advantage..none of these men are being bullied..if your little sensitive feelings are hurt go watch Martha Stewart cook soup and clean the kitchen The world needs more alpha men.we got way to many sissies crying on social media because everyone isn't as soft as they need to feel comfortable
that happens when you pull full force someone that is not expecting this and it literally tied to you so you don't even have to secure the grip. it's not like it's fucking acomplishment.
Every time Travis is actually allowed to press he completely over powers Semerenko. That guy is a bodybuilder with an average record (which is quite common and the guys that have learned and mastered the art of arm wrestling almost always beat them), Travis is a hyper elite arm wrestler for for most of his life and a former multiple right and left arm world champion. It’s just a bummer they didn’t actually get to arm wrestle much, as Travis is way over matched for this bout and would’ve completely smoked him 💪🏻💪🏻
Yo…this Travis was a BEAST. I think if the rules weren’t so restrictive, he would have mopped the floor with him. I think Devon got some of his set up shenanigans from Travis, except he goes even further now. Thank you RU-vid algorithm.!
Stop blaming the rules goddammit, it’s just that Travis fucking Bagent can’t square up fair and square disrupting the match. Thank God Igor banned this SOB from PAL forever, Travis Bagent is history now anyways
This is why WAF rules is not growing. This ref was way too restrictive, he should let the pullers pull on the table. Ref thought he was the show. Horrible.
17:42 omg, that's my favourite of all times 😭. It's Alexy Voevoda! Please sir, come back to AW. I know you're stronger than both of Denis and Levan 😭🙌🏻
Its entertaining but real talk this isnt armwrestling or what armwrestling is about. Bagent needs to receive a good and sudden ass whooping straight on the stage for such disrespect and literally trying to injure the guy.
Reffing was doing a decent job right up until that 4th round foul out, gave travis a foul when it was Alexey that went early, then lost control from then on
Travis do you cheat much Jesus. I just watched a video today 2022 and you’re doing the same thing. You load way up and go before the ref says go. Damn son!
The single worst match I've ever seen but thanks so much for the upload of the full match... This is the type of stuff that drives ppl away from the sport sadly.
#1 because he is an asshole #2 Because he was pissed at the reff for calling another movement foul when he was sitting dead still. (still not a good reason) This match turned into a shit show as soon as the reff started showing a massive bias. At that point Travis basically said if you don't want a proper match we will make it into a show.
The trash talk and showman is one thing but pulling the guys arm like that is not cool and he’s lucky not to catch a right hook while bent over the table
