Even if Odysseus succeeded in bending the bow what did antinous threaten?

Even if Odysseus succeeded in bending the bow, Antinous threatened to kill him, asserting that he would not allow a mere beggar to win the contest and disrupt their plans. He believed that Odysseus was unworthy and sought to maintain control over Penelope and her kingdom. Antinous’s arrogance and disdain for Odysseus highlighted his intention to eliminate any challenge to his authority.