Read the following context and choose the best option to answer the question.
Context: The actual race will be a little longer , but I 'll have lots of chances to make sure I stay hydrated with cold water , for sure . MB : Any truth to the rumor that you might temporarily give up beer in pursuit of gold ? GK : Not this week .
Question: What may be a fact about the speaker ?
Options: 
- They are a participant in a race .
 - They have been drinking a lot before the race .
 - None of the above choices .
 - They are competing in the Olympic games .


They are a participant in a race .