After winning the Inter-High, Dragon goes on to win the Junior Olympics singles, and makes his triumphant return. At a press conference after his return, Dragon clearly states Kaio's need for players on Tsukimoto's level. Dragon's statement creates subtle waves in the Kaio Academy team.
Makoto Tsukimoto's play is on a 
different level from the rest of you.
Tsukimoto Makoto juega a un nivel 
muy diferente al vuestro.
O Makoto Tsukimoto joga num 
nível muito além do de vocês.