DiscreteMaths2
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September 27th, 2017 at 7:09:50 PM permalink
https://twitter.com/mattkalish/status/911318044076634113

Contest rules: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DKWmkl6WsAEyVL8.jpg

Have no idea how easy it is to turn those tickets into cash but figured I would give the forums a heads up since this promotion has only been publicized through twitter thus far. I also always love a good food challenge.
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ThatDonGuy
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September 28th, 2017 at 5:35:12 AM permalink
I can see one problem: whose definition of "standard crust" is being used? I have a feeling anything that doesn't have a bulging edge is going to be considered thin/"skinny" crust.

On a good day, a full 14" is just inside my range, but I don't think I can do it in ten minutes; it may depend on the type.
Ayecarumba
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September 28th, 2017 at 2:34:24 PM permalink
Doing it in 10 minutes is the real challenge. A 14" pizza will have 8 slices, and you must consume each in 75 seconds. I think I could do five, but 6 - 8 would be horrendous.

What if someone chokes to death during their attempt? I didn't see any disclaimers in the rules link. Draft Kings could be setting themselves up for a huge negligence lawsuit.
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Hullabaloo
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October 4th, 2017 at 7:54:32 AM permalink
I thought some people might be interested in this:

10 Unappetising Facts About Eating Contests
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