[Mi_T_Sharp]

Just speak up politely and don't feel bad.

This happened to me at the FT of a 100 + 1 addon at the Borgata. As soon as the FT bubble busted (paid top 9), about 7 of the people started pleading for a chop. At first, I didn't say anything. After it went on for a few minutes and I realized that they didn't stop the tourney clock, I just butted in with, "Sorry guys, but I don't really care to chop." The dealer instantly started dealing the next hand.

When people ask you why you don't want to chop (which they will), just say that you don't make FTs like this very often, and you want to play it out for the fun and experience. They can't argue with that (although they will).