Frankensteiner hits an ace on the next point, but is scolded by Volk for not getting ready for a potential return. The audience is astounded by Volk's strictness whereas Mouri and Ochi comment on his stoic personality and how this kind of player suits the nine times consecutive champion perfectly. Tokugawa tries to combat Frankensteiner's precise shots with an even bigger Black Hole, but Frankensteiner still manages to avoid it and an intense rally ensues. In the end, the German pair gains the upper hand and equalizes the score at one game all.