That depends on your gambling style imho. It's only $1 bet minimum, so trying doesn't cost too much. And there are 25 paid places for top odds as well, so even that i am certain i wouldn't win, i believe there's a change i might get a significantly lower consolation prize .

It's not a winning strategy, but what is? Lottery is popular even though changes to win with it are next to nothing. Every strategy is basically win or lose faster or slower. And it's not like people would bet their betting budget on this competition (hopefully not).