http://www.getbig.com/headlines/2009/04/11/2009-ifbb-europa-show-of-champions-competitor-list/
While not 100% complete yet, it does show that having a pro bodybuilding show not grouped with other contests can inhibit some of the top bodybuilders from competing. It they had grouped this show next to the NY Pro, perhaps, then there might of been a greater number of top competitors in it.
That being said, it is a great chance for the ones who are competing to get into the Olympia...
While i would prefer to see more shows spread out for an entire calender yr, the world of pro BB never alinged much with that. It has been about peaking for a specific time period. I do admire the Pariso's for trying to put on another major BB event.
