 The final first round match placed three-time champion Peter Aerts against Kyokushin Kaikan champion Francisco Filho.A misplaced kick from Aerts to Filho's elbow caused Aerts ankle to swell up, this forced Aerts to end his run for a fourth title early.Ernesto Hoost was forced out after a foot injury, allowing his first round opponent Stefen Leko to advance against Mark Hunt.