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Geoff, here is my copy edit of your first paragraph.
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The IFBB New York Pro holds the distinction of being the third most prestigious show in[B] its league.[/B] Some may argue against this [B]notion[/B], [B]but [/B]these disputes are really just an attempt to show respect [B]for [/B]the other [B]IFBB [/B]pro shows, as opposed to [B]being [/B]a serious argument. The[B] New York Pro's dominance [/B]is true [B]not only [/B]because of the many [B]big-name competitors [/B]who show up in New York every year, but also due to the deep history [B]of [/B]the show. Once referred to as Night of Champions, the New York Pro has seen more legendary performances and unforgettable story lines than nearly [B]any [/B]other [B]IFBB [/B]show. This show has also been a launching pad into professional stardom for more than a few future [B]hall-of-fame [/B]bodybuilders. This [B]year's show [/B]is on shaky ground, but [B]it [/B]has the potential to go down as one of the most memorable of its kind.
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We need commentary like yours, Geoff. Not enough of it exists. Best of luck with your writing.
[QUOTE=hifrommike65;2160230]Geoff, here is my copy edit of your first paragraph.
(My edit: boldface notes changes)
The IFBB New York Pro holds the distinction of being the third most prestigious show in[B] its league.[/B] Some may argue against this [B]notion[/B], [B]but [/B]these disputes are really just an attempt to show respect [B]for [/B]the other [B]IFBB [/B]pro shows, as opposed to [B]being [/B]a serious argument. The[B] New York Pro's dominance [/B]is true [B]not only [/B]because of the many [B]big-name competitors [/B]who show up in New York every year, but also due to the deep history [B]of [/B]the show. Once referred to as Night of Champions, the New York Pro has seen more legendary performances and unforgettable story lines than nearly [B]any [/B]other [B]IFBB [/B]show. This show has also been a launching pad into professional stardom for more than a few future [B]hall-of-fame [/B]bodybuilders. This [B]year's show [/B]is on shaky ground, but [B]it [/B]has the potential to go down as one of the most memorable of its kind.
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We need commentary like yours, Geoff. Not enough of it exists. Best of luck with your writing.[/QUOTE]
Geoff's original text:
The IFBB New York Pro holds the distinction of being the third most prestigious show in all of professional bodybuilding. Some may argue against this fact, however these disputes are really just an attempt to show respect to all the other pro shows, as opposed to a serious argument. This fact is not only true because of the many big names which show up in New York every year, but also due to the deep history that resides amongst the show. Once referred to as Night of Champions, the New York Pro has seen more legendary performances and unforgettable story lines than nearly every other show. This show has also been a launching pad into professional stardom for more than a few future hall of fame bodybuilders. This years rendition of the show is on shaky ground, but also has the potential to go down as one of the most memorable of its kind.
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Mike, you're stepping on my spelling nazi jackboots!
[I]Wait, what?[/I]
It fell apart years ago...
[SIZE=5][B]Night Of Champions / New York Pro[/B][/SIZE]
[SIZE=3][I][B]WINNERS
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1978 - Robby Robinson
1979 - Robby Robinson
1980 - Chris Dickerson
1981 - Chris Dickerson
1982 - Albert Beckles
1983 - Lee Haney
1985 - Albert Beckles
1986 - Lee Labrada
1987 - Gary Strydom
1988 - Phil Hill
1989 - Vince Taylor
1990 - Mohammed Benaziza
1991 - Dorian Yates
1992 - Kevin Levrone
1993 - Porter Cottrell
1994 - Michael Francois
1995 - Nasser El Sonbaty
1996 - Ken Wheeler
1997 - Chris Cormier
1998 - Ronnie Coleman
1999 - Paul Dillett
2000 - Jay Cutler
2001 - Orville Burke
2002 - Markus Rühl
2003 - Victor Martinez
2004 - Melvin Anthony
2005 - Darrem Charles
2006 - Phil Heath
2007 - Branch Warren
2008 - Kai Greene
2009 - Evan Centopani
2010 - Roelly Winklaar
2011 - Kai Greene
2012 - Cedric McMillan
2013 - Big Ramy
2014 - Big Ramy
2015 - Juan Morel
2016 - Dexter Jackson
2017 - Sergio Oliva Jr.
I think it's a great show personally. It's not falling apart by any means.
And this year's show was particularly good, except for Guy. But that wasn't the show's fault.
Having Sergio, Jr. win it in his first foray on the pro stage makes for a scribe's dream lead-in. I bet anyone worth their salt in this industry (so that eliminates Ron "Rear Window" Harris) will have a field day with that.
For what it's worth I've been following shows for years now and didn't even realize last week was the new York pro until akim Williams Instagram posted something about it....then I saw the line up and really had no interest in following
[QUOTE=AnavarAnnie;2160801]I think it's a great show personally. It's not falling apart by any means.[/QUOTE]
I agree-only wish female bodybuilding was still in it and would toss men's physique and bikini but I know they're here to stay. Oh, and while I'm fantasizing here-I'd replace bikini with "Wellness".
I think it's a curious phenom that bodybuilders as a group have been so opposed to some of the new categories of competition, but the NPC/IFBB is completely indifferent to what they think.