 In the semi-final rounds, Leko lost to Hunt by decision and Filho held off Ignashov.In the finals, Mark Hunt, who was eliminated twice on his way to getting to the WGP, was crowned the 2001 WGP champion after a three-round decision.The main newcomers and other important fighters in the K-1 during the Dark Ages include, Semmy Schilt, Andy Souwer, Albert Kraus, Bob Sapp, Carter Williams, and Michael McDonald.