Ffion Davies has stepped forward with significant financial backing for women’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, announcing her sponsorship of an upcoming women’s-only competition that will dramatically increase the event’s prize money.
In a video announcement, Ffion Davies revealed her commitment to supporting female grapplers:
“I’m really happy to announce that I’m going to be sponsoring the event. So this prize money is going to go from 5k, it’s going to double to 10k. Best of luck to all the girls involved and may the best person win.”
The generous contribution transforms the prize structure considerably with the total £10,000 purse now distributed as £8,000 for first place, £1,500 for second and £500 for third. According to event organizers this represents the largest prize pool ever offered at a women’s-only blue and purple belt competition.
Davies‘ sponsorship comes at a pivotal moment for women’s BJJ as female competitors continue pushing for greater recognition and opportunities within the sport. The timing is particularly significant given recent discussions about gender equality in high-profile competitions where female athletes have raised concerns about disparities in qualification opportunities and resources compared to their male counterparts.
The move reflects Davies‘ ongoing commitment to advancing women’s participation in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As one of the sport’s most accomplished female athletes, her investment in grassroots competition sends a powerful message about the importance of supporting emerging talent at the blue and purple belt levels.
Event organizers expressed overwhelming gratitude for Davies‘ support, emphasizing how her contribution will impact the competitors and the broader women’s BJJ community. The increased prize money not only provides greater financial incentive for participants but also elevates the profile of women’s-only competitions within the sport.
This type of private sponsorship from elite athletes represents a growing trend in combat sports where established champions use their success to create opportunities for the next generation. Davies‘ decision to specifically target a women’s-only event highlights the unique challenges female grapplers face in accessing well-funded competition platforms.
Warehouse JJ goes down October 18th in Liverpool.
