Louise observes, "The garage ring is a lot like the basement ring. I guess the main difference is there's no place for spectators to sit in the garage. That adds a feeling of intimacy to its otherwise stark atmosphere. But thanks to video, all my fans will still get to watch me take Oli to the cleaners."

Olivier chimes in, "That garage is cold this time of year. I know our exertion will work up some body heat-as will the sight of lovely Louise. I can't wait to see how her nipples react to the temperature. That should counter the effect the cold has on my body, eh?"

MC Brad notices that Caribe seems rather grim about her pending QF match. He asks, "What's eating you, Caribe? You're usually bouncing off the walls with energy and anticipation?"

"I know. I should be more upbeat after a month in the Bahamas with Eduardo," she sighs. "But after the miserable performances I turned in last year, I must get my mind right and focus on beating my friend Sophie. I simply can't afford any more losses. I have to turn my luck around."

Sultry Sophie is bubbling over when Brad comes to interview her. "I see the Pink Panther is restlessly prowling in her cage, hungry to get at her prey."

"Damn right," she blurts. "I like Caribe. We're pals outside the ring. But tonight we're inside the ring and I'll do whatever it takes to win. If she's moping around about her losing streak, hell, she still has the best record in the League. She'll be able to afford the loss I hand her. I won't charge her a cent."

Brad summarizes, "So there you have it. Ms In-a-Funk vs Ms Full-of-Spunk. Which one will advance to mix it up against France and Regine in the Semis? We'll find out soon enough. Now let's bundle up and join our frosty fighters Louise and Olivier in the garage.