Tynne Invitational

The martial arts tournament, organized by the then president of the HMT Gaming Corporation Henry Michael Tynne, was put together by Tynne out of his sheer love for martial arts and combat sports. The winner of the tournament would receive one million dollars and a HMT Free Card. This card would allow the owner to stay at any HMT G. C. property free for life, with all services included.

Despite losing an eye and still being very young, Lincoln was chosen as a competitor. In an interview, Tynne stated the reason he chose Lincoln was because despite his age and disability, Lincoln "soldiered on", continuing with everything he was doing as if nothing had happened. Tynne admired this.

The tournament began on June 7th and took place in the B. R. Theater at the Farry Casino & Hotel, with all 32 competitors gathered before a full audience. Introductions for all fighters were made before the first round of fights began. The only ways to win were to force your opponent off of the fighting platform, make them submit or render them unable to continue.

In his first match, Lincoln fought Dutch Kyokushin Karate practitioner Peter Schilt. The match ended within the first round in 24 seconds, with Lincoln taking the victory.

On day two, Lincoln had his second match against Japanese sumo wrestler ? ?. The match ended within the first round in 56 seconds, with Lincoln taking his second victory.

On day three, Lincoln had his third match against French savate practitioner ? ?. The match ended within the first round in 1 minute 43 seconds, with Lincoln taking his third victory.

On day four, Lincoln had his fourth match against Thai kickboxer ? ?. The match ended within the third round, with Lincoln taking his fourth victory.

On day five, June 11th, Lincoln participated in the tournament final, fighting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner ? ?. The match ended in the fourth round, with Lincoln taking the victory.

Lincoln was awarded both the HMT Free Card and one million dollars.