ROSEMARY ABBOTT | Culture
TRAFFIC JAM TRAINING
Marty Jones, a 33-year-old Aucklander from Newmarket, has officially thrown his hat in the ring for Squid Games’ infamous Red Light, Green Light challenge.
“Every day, I’m dealing with traffic that moves slower than a snail on a Sunday afternoon. You’ve got to have quick reflexes if you want to dodge the red light when it turns green and then stomp the accelerator without hitting that Toyota Corolla that’s always one car-length too close,” said Jones, while talking to our reporters while he again waits in traffic.
Jones points to the heavy traffic from Newmarket into the city as his “training ground,” claiming that the stops and starts from the daily gridlock have made him an expert in understanding exactly how long he has before the light changes.
“It’s not just about speed; it’s about knowing when to freeze, when to go, and when to pretend you don’t see the light and hope the driver behind you doesn’t honk for five minutes straight.”
Jones believes his deep knowledge of Auckland’s traffic lights gives him the upper edge on any of the other competitors he may come across.
“I’ve survived entire traffic lights without giving in to road rage or checking my phone for Instagram updates. Staying focused is key. And I’ve been doing that for years.”
“Bring on the red light green light challenge!”
More to come.
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