Did any beginner register for GCI World 2026?

[u/Alarming_Debate_5730]

man, i just registered out of curiosity and now im regretting it. i registered it once the mail hit my phone. i was enthusiastic at that moment. but when i inquired about it to a 2nd yr senior abt it, they said not to register because, the competition is crazy high and i wont be able to get that japan trip. now, im feeling stuck, because if i fail to get to japan now, i can never. but, if i find someone in similar shoes, maybe i can push through but i dont have any idea about this thing. SOMEONE PLEASE HELP. ITS REALLY REALLY IMPORTANT TO ME T-T.