Do I need to catch the Primeape?

What to do if I don't catch the Primeape that evolved from the Mankey that took my hat? I'm asking because I need it for the P1 championship. Is there another way to pass it? I tried to use Makuhita, but it didnt work.


Solution 1:

It's been awhile since I played Ash Grey, but you could catch a wild Mankey (Avaliable on Route 1), evolve it, and try using that for the event.