After beating Le Banner, Aerts faced Semmy Schilt again ? Correction: Schilt lost to Aerts in quarters, so the final was actually ? No — 2006 final was Semmy Schilt vs. Peter Aerts ? Let’s correct: The actual 2006 K-1 World GP final on Dec 2 was Semmy Schilt vs. Peter Aerts — but that’s impossible since Aerts beat Schilt in quarters. I’ve made an error.

Japiso 1 wasn’t the final stage of the 2006 K-1 World GP – that would come in December – but it was the critical gateway for Asian and Pacific fighters to punch their ticket to the World GP Final Elimination in Seoul later that year. Held in Sapporo’s distinctive dome, the event delivered a mix of rising local heroes, veteran gatekeepers, and one unforgettable upset.