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I would never let 2 opponents make a deal with that kind of money on the line. A huge part of the chip leaders advantage is being able to bully the shorter stacks because they really dont want to come in 3rd. If I found out my two opponents made a save at that point, I would try to have them forfeited and awarded first place, and I don't think I'd be at all out of bounds doing so.
Despite all of that the guy was a total dickhead, and congrats on your finish.