Oh yes. I am biased. I know Steve, and know how big hearted a chap he is. I want him to succeed, and not just hold the record for a few days till Kurt finishes. I think Steve is riding this with a well-thought out plan, and I like the style in which he is doing this.
But Kurt is a contender, and is very resilient. And I have respect for anyone who can bang out those distances day after day, whatever the circumstances.