Hi Zaps;
I agree with where you're coming from.
As mentioned earlier on, I reckon the best 'story' is likely to win this cash!
If, as we all know, this goal cannot be achieved, given the current state of Physics understanding we have, then how can they come up with fair criteria to judge the best entry ?
'Left-over' funding sounds about right .. use it or lose it !!
The winner will have to be best buddies with the Chairman of the Assessment Committee.
Cheers