The preparations begin. We're not sure what the rope is for, or the armbands ... neither's shePhotograph: Yuriko Nakao/ReutersThis competitor opts for the rich mahogany look. One more coat should do itPhotograph: Yuriko Nakao/ReutersHere we go ... time for the actionPhotograph: Yuriko Nakao/Reuters
The judges cast their eyes over the female competitorsPhotograph: Yuriko Nakao/ReutersTime for some flexingPhotograph: Yuriko Nakao/ReutersCheck out the guy fourth from the left ... he's absolutely caked in it!Photograph: Yuriko Nakao/ReutersClassic macho man pose. You can never go too far wrong with thatPhotograph: Yuriko Nakao/ReutersYikes. If this guy doesn't win ...Photograph: Yuriko Nakao/Reuters
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