The invites for the Arnold will go out later this month and it could be one of the most interesting Figure Internationals of all-time. Jenn Gates left the competitive stage with some “unfinished business” and she’s got her sights set on returning to the stage at the 2011 Figure International.
Jenn Gates was heading into the 2009 Figure Olympia to defend her title and considered the odds on favorite. During the final weeks of prep, she couldn’t shake the last few pounds. Baffled as to what the deal was she visited the doctor and found out she was pregnant with her third child. Jenn gave birth to a healthy baby boy and watched Nicole Wilkins become the Figure Olympia Champ. Baby Jax is now 7 months old and momma is hungry to get back on stage.
Earlier this week Jenn broke the news that she is preparing for a comeback and has her sights set on the Figure International stage to do so. She told Muscle Girls Radio hosts’ Adela Garcia and Sonia Gonzales, “I need another challenge and I feel like I left with some unfinished business.” Fighting off a cold she shared, “I’ve got a little spark and a little fight left.”
One thing Jenn has shown throughout her life is that she’s a fighter. Faced with challenges throughout her life she’s overcome them and done so with flying colors. She’s at her best when she has a little attitude and something to prove.
Nicole Wilkins and Erin Stern have both earned the title Jenn once held. Only Nicole can stake claim to being the Figure International Champ and shaking hands with Arnold on stage though. Although anything can happen, it’s pretty much a lock that we will see Nicole and Erin on the Arnold stage. Will Jenn get an invite and face the two women who have since worn the crown she once held? The selection committee would be foolish to not invite Jenn to compete.
So who will come out on top or will someone else top all three of them? Jenn is the shortest of the three but has a rock’n hardbody. Can she hang against the taller girls? Of course, she’s done it before and could do it again. She packed a good deal of muscle on her little frame and it will be interesting to see what her current physique looks like. Nicole wasn’t at her best at this year’s Olympia but has the structure that puts her in contention. If she can come in a tad bit tighter than the Olympia she could repeat as the Figure International champ. Erin Stern has positioned herself as the leading lady in Figure. She took top honors in Orlando and then captured the industry’s biggest crown by winning the Olympia. Erin has come a long way since turning pro and many feel she’s the favorite to win.
If all three women are at their best a case could be made for each one to win the 2011 Figure International. It will definitely make for an interesting show, should all three get invited.
