Overview

• Steffen Henssler was named the best German competitor after placing fourth in the pan pizza category among 113 entrants.
• Johann Lafer finished 184th in his class, with outlets differing on the field size, citing either 314 or 353 participants.
• The duo’s experimental Pizza Carbonara in the team event placed 89th out of 90 after a muted response from judges.
• The effort was filmed for a TV format, and the camera crew’s presence drew irritation from some competitors on site.
• Competition logistics differed from expectations, with stove plates available in addition to ovens, prompting Henssler’s frustration.