I read a true story once where a guy had the exact same experience. He got the job. You know why?

The interviewers were awed at his confidence to still come in despite been stained and all. A lot would have gone back home.

It takes a lot of guts to still proceed for an interview when you know you are far, far below your best.

Thumps up to the person in this write-up too, Juliet.