Pat Downey, a standout wrestler and rising grappling star, has set his sights on an ambitious goal: becoming the fastest American to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With…
Pat Downey has ignited a controversy with allegations of racial discrimination following his disqualification for a celebratory gesture. Downey was recently promoted to purple belt despite his inability to medal…
Chris Haueter has long been an influential figure. Haueter’s perspective on the BJJ belt system has often stood in contrast to traditional views, and his thoughts on simplifying the ranking…
Chris Haueter is one of the original “Dirty Dozen” non-Brazilian BJJ black belts. He has long been known for his revolutionary perspectives on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His thoughts on the belt…
In-depth insights from UFC founder Art Davie, shared during a revealing interview on the LytesOut podcast, shed light on the critical influence of the Gracie family in the promotion’s early…
If you’re looking for a gift for the combat sports enthusiast in your life, here’s a diverse mix of books that explore the history, culture, and personalities of martial arts,…
The history of the UFC is rich with untold stories, especially when it comes to its early days. One of the most intriguing possibilities never realized was a potential matchup…
Marcelo Garcia, widely considered one of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners of all time, recently revealed that he initially disliked training without the gi (nogi) but was forced to adapt…
In a recent episode of his podcast, Joe Rogan shared his thoughts on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion Gordon Ryan and the controversial topic of PEDs in combat sports. During episode #2242…
In a recent Instagram post, grappling superstar Gordon Ryan responded to Craig Jones’s announcement of a second CJI event, while making surprising revelations about ADCC’s financial situation. Ryan challenged Jones’s…
