K-1 World Grand Prix 2002 Final


K-1 World Grand Prix 2002 Final was a kickboxing event promoted by the K-1. The event was held at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan on Saturday, December 7, 2002 in front of 74,500 spectators. It was the tenth K-1 World Grand Prix final, involving ten of the world's top fighters, with all bouts fought under K-1 Rules. The eight finalists had almost all qualified via preliminary events, while two additional fighters were invited as reserve fighters. In total there were ten fighters at the event, representing eight countries.
The tournament winner was Ernesto Hoost who won his fourth and final K-1 World Grand Prix by defeating Jérôme Le Banner in the final by third round knockout. Jérôme Le Banner would be making his second appearance in the final, which he so far been unable to win, and the defeat was made even worse as it left him with a broken arm which nearly ended his career.
Ernesto Hoost was knocked out of this K-1 World Grand Prix twice - both times by Bob Sapp - but managed to proceed due to injuries to other fighters.
Qualifiers - Finalists
Qualifiers - Reservists
* Ernesto Hoost replaced Semmy Schilt in the Quarter Finals as Semmy Schilt was injured
** Ernesto Hoost replaced Bob Sapp in the Semi Finals as Bob Sapp was injured

Results