I think it’s an interesting dilemma.. on one hand, if you lose a completion no excuses.. on the other I think an argument can be made for the organizer having a mental edge being the other contestants. He will have had a full understanding or exactly how the day will play out.

My issue would be with any organizers participating in any event in any sport. their full focus should be on running/improving the event and guest experiences. If the goal is to raise money for charity the organizer should be totally focused and getting people back next time, investing more, inviting more friends.