Oh wow, nothing against Romance but Kauro deserved to take that one.
I've watched Kaoru on stream a little and against Mr. Kof and he is an amazing player, his Goro in particular leaves me speechless each time (watch him play and you might very well agree why he considers him top tier). Its so impressive how easily he handles zoners with him, which are one of Goro's biggest weaknesses.
He may not have made it far but I still think he was one of the best players at the tournament, he could have really delivered in the top 8.