Fly to the Finish is basically a "challenge" re-qual. Just noticed in the
Competitive Status Challenge T&Cs
10. Valid on flights operated by United and United Express. Not valid on United-marketed codeshare flights operated by other carriers. Flights must be posted to the MileagePlus account in order to qualify. MileagePlus award travel does not qualify for this offer. Only PQP earned for the base fare and carrier-imposed surcharges count toward this offer. PQP earned from Economy PlusŪ seating, Economy Plus subscriptions, preferred seat purchases, MileagePlus Upgrade Award co-pays, paid upgrades, promotional PQF or PQP, and/or credit card PQF or PQP do not count toward this offer. Basic Economy tickets earn PQP but do not earn PQF. Other restrictions may apply. Offer subject to change without notice
A very clear statement of what does not qualify. Wonder if the same conditions is how the Fly to the Finish "challenge" is operating.