So let's summarize:
1) Lee was with the IFBB and sponsored by MD (Steve B)
2) He decides to compete in the PDI
3) MD tells him they support his decision and will continue to sponsor him
4) IFBB pulls (or threatens to pull) MD's press passes (Note to Bob: Which IFBB rule did MD break to lose its Press Passes?)
5) MD and IFBB make a secret deal to save MD's ability to cover contests while blackballing Lee
6) MD encourages Lee to re-join the IFBB and renounce PDI
7) Lee honors his commitments to the PDI

MD drops Lee
9) Lee serves out his 12-month suspension.
10) The PDI bites the dust and with all the marbles in their pocket, the IFBB tells Lee to piss off.