I can appreciate everyone's opinion on this topic, especially Lee's. I originally requested to Lee that we keep this quiet, and off the boards for now....BUT...seems it found it's way here anyway.
That being said, I would like to clarify the IFBB's position on the matter:
After Lee has served the full term of his suspension, he will have the opportunity to APPLY for reinstatement for pro status in the IFBB. There is no guarantee that his application will be accepted, only that he will be allowed to submit, and all factors will be considered in the final decision.
in other words to simplify this,,
the ifbb "cant" go and treat you in special way infront of the public,,it doesnt look good for a professional high caliber organization as the ifbb,,it would make it look like an amatuer mess if it chose to do it,,
never the less,, you know you are loved and home there for many years,,also one of the best competitors the organization had or has,,,soooo officially the ifbb as a professional organization has to put it in "cold" language and strict terms to you,,while in reality
you know for a fact that the organization will let you back in,,it just wants to keep the "no special treatment" equal approach twards everyone,,and its pride! it is bigger than one competitor you know.. no matter who it is.
get back to ifbb,,thats where you belong,,you know it too,,it gave you good life and made you a house hold name not only in usa and australia but the whole world when it comes to bodybuilding and fitness,,
i think the pdi competitors should come from within and raised to stardome from within,,it will give the pdi a better chance as organization as long as they keep strict standards of judging! and dont give every joe a pro card,,also monney money money thats the most important thing in the long term,,solid financial foundation.
