I've never stayed up late for a competition myself, so I don't have much to say, and I suspect that trading like this doesn't always go according to plan. As we all know, trading doesn't always go our way, and sometimes it doesn't go according to our strategy. Trading using this method can be even more challenging, fueling a desire to get through the given phase. Trading that isn't influenced by a contest is much more relaxed, as you can make decisions at your own pace due to the lack of rules or time limits.

The appeal might be seen in the context where everything is calculated, and the most appealing aspect is the potential additional income. However, for professional traders, this may not be so appealing, as they don't want to be controlled by others in their trading activities.