Here is a comprehensive summary of the article:

Road to UFC is a recurring mixed martial arts series where top Asian prospects compete in a "win-and-advance" tournament format for a chance to earn a contract with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The series is structured into seasons and episodes, featuring multiple weight divisions, with fights progressing from quarterfinals to semifinals, and culminating in finals held on the preliminary card of a UFC Fight Night event. The tournament winner in each division is awarded a coveted UFC contract. Interestingly, the "Road to UFC" branding was first used in 2015 for Road to UFC: Japan, a reality competition styled as an Asian-centric version of The Ultimate Fighter. However, despite the reused name and similar focus, the UFC officially considers the 2022 tournament cycle to be the "inaugural" Season 1, excluding the earlier 2015 show from its official history.