Most of the senseis have favorite students
I was going to title this a “hot take” but then realized that would be stupid and unnecessary.
Most of the senseis have favorite students if you think about it. People only talk about Johnny and Miguel because it’s ts the most in your face but there are more.
Kreese’s favorites are Tory and Robby.
Silver’s favorite was Kenny.
Kim’s favorite was Devon.
Daniel is probably the only one that’s more balanced. I guess you can argue Sam is his favorite but she’s his child so it’s a different dynamic. Maybe Robby? Would explain why he gets so emotional when Robby made mistakes. Point is you see Daniel interact with all his students more often.
Chozen doesn’t fall into this. Also props to Hawk for being able to be one of the top fighters without being any sensei’s number one favorite.