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As race day approached, Ryan shared his nerves and enthusiasm. At just 30°F, he found himself feeling unprepared for the cold, prompting a last-minute shopping trip for appropriate gear and snacks. Despite apprehensions about whether the effort to prove Jude wrong was worth it, he pressed on, fueled by the support of his friends, Tyler and Isaac, who decided to join him on this quest.
In a playful back-and-forth with his friends, Ryan’s competitive nature shone through as they joked about who would finish first — all while Ryan was reminded that many still believed in the conspiracy regarding his authenticity.