BJJ Black Belt Sets New World Record with 106-0 Victory
In what may be one of the most lopsided victories in competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history, Canadian black belt Ethan Major has left the grappling community both stunned and divided after…
Author: Claudio Martin
Michael Chandler and Chad Mendes join Real American Freestyle
Two of mixed martial arts’ most accomplished athletes are returning to their competitive roots, trading the octagon for the wrestling mat in a move that highlights the growing influence of…
Vampire Diaries’ actor reveals he’s doing jiu-jitsu: ‘I think I tore my ligament’
Daniel Gillies, best known for his captivating performances in “The Vampire Diaries” and “The Originals,” has joined the ever-expanding community of actors discovering the transformative world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However,…
Man wins $50,000 after betting Mackenzie Dern would become a UFC champion a year ago
A Canadian sports bettor is celebrating a life-changing windfall after a long-shot wager placed years ago finally paid off when Mackenzie Dern captured the UFC women’s strawweight championship at UFC…
Judo Olympic Silver Medalist Claims Learning Ground Work Is No Longer Optional For Judoka
Edward Trippel, German Olympic judoka, has observed a significant shift in modern judo competition: ground work, or newaza, is no longer optional—it’s essential. In a detailed analysis, Trippel identifies three…
Musumeci explains why it should be paramount to be able to say NO to rolling with anyone in BJJ
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion Mikey Musumeci has sparked an important conversation within the grappling community about personal safety and boundary-setting on the mats. In a candid video message, the accomplished athlete…
Lachlan Giles confirms Marcelo Garcia will be his retirement match
Australian BJJ legend Lachlan Giles recently sat down with Tom, VP of Grappling at ONE FC, to discuss his upcoming match against the iconic Marcelo Garcia. When asked about the…
Female BJJ Competitor Claims Men Struggle More Training with Women Than Vice Versa
In a recent appearance on the Jits and Giggles podcast, veteran Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor Maggie Grindatti shared an unpopular opinion that challenges common narratives in the grappling community: men face…
Shintaro Higashi Explains What’s Georgian Style Judo
When UFC champion Merab Dvalishvili steps into the octagon, fans often assume his relentless takedowns come from wrestling. But Dvalishvili has been clear about his roots: “People think I’m a…
French Judo Legend Teddy Riner Says He’d Only Enter Politics to Run for President
French judo legend Teddy Riner has never been one to aim for second place. The multiple Olympic gold medalist recently made headlines not for his athletic prowess but for his…