K1 World Grand Prix ✓

: Elbow strikes, throws, headbutts, and ground fighting are strictly forbidden.

: Punches, kicks, and knee strikes are standard.

: Every year, regional qualifying tournaments are held globally to select 16 fighters for the "Final Eliminator". K1 World Grand Prix

The is the premier annual elimination tournament in world kickboxing , famously designed to determine the "number one" striker by bringing together practitioners of various martial arts like Karate, Kung Fu, Muay Thai, and Taekwondo. Founded in 1993 by Kazuyoshi Ishii, it is celebrated for its high-speed action and one-night tournament format. Tournament Format & Logistics

: Standard matches consist of three 3-minute rounds . If a draw occurs, an extension round is fought to decide the winner. : Elbow strikes, throws, headbutts, and ground fighting

: The 8 winners from the Eliminator advance to the World Grand Prix Final, typically a one-night eight-man tournament.

: Limited to brief periods (usually 5 seconds) only while throwing a single knee strike. The is the premier annual elimination tournament in

Only a handful of men have managed to win the crown more than once, with Dutch fighters historically dominating the tournament.