Competitor 2: the human-shaped pinball machine, has just qualified for the semi-finals. Their unique ability to simultaneously play 17 instruments while reciting the entirety of The Great Gatsby has proven to be a game-changer.

However, Competitor 2 has been plagued by a series of unfortunate events, including but not limited to: a broken left thumb, 3 consecutive weeks of food poisoning from eating expired mayonnaise sandwiches, and a nasty case of "fart-related anxiety disorder."

Stay tuned for more updates on Competitor 2's journey to Absurdity Fartathlon stardom!