Congrats to the crown winners. I missed out voting on the last two of these...bummer. I have my own way of voting and nice sharp photography is one deciding factor. I can't eat any of these so those money shots,along with 3 other things is how I vote. I have seen people join this site,vote in a TD and never show their face again. I can't say that friendship doesn't contribute to a vote or two. Life goes on. If there was money or prestigue on the line,I'd be the first to step on a neck,it is a little crown next to your name though!!
Competition is to bring the best out in yourself. That is how you get better and eventuall succeed. I have been inspired by a lot of the dishes here over the last couple years. That's what it is all about. Try to cook a fellow competitors dish. Maybe you can tweak it and share it with them.
Congrats again to the winners!