I had a job candidate not show up for their interview last week, due to a flat tire. I'm thinking, hmmm, seems iffy. HR rescheduled, but I'm betting on another no show.
If I'm on my way to an interview and have a flat, I'm calling an uber, a friend, a taxi. I'll frickin get there. OTOH, if i don't really want to go, I'll find a reason but to.
I don't know if a pub was involved, but a flat tire?