Royce Gracie is the infamous winner of the very first UFC tournament and has permanently etched his name in the martial arts history books. Yet despite his legendary status, Gracie…
Claudio Calasans has etched his name in the record books by becoming the first athlete ever to capture world championship titles in IBJJF, ADCC, and Judo competitions. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu…
The path to Olympic glory rarely begins with triumph. For Kayla Harrison, the two-time Olympic judo champion and current UFC champion, her journey started with repeated defeat—a humbling beginning that…
Legendary judoka and former UFC welterweight contender Karo Parisyan has announced plans to reopen his gym and return to teaching, with a specific focus on instructing children in judo techniques…
A judoka has sparked discussion across the grappling community by breaking down the practical reasons behind Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu‘s commercial success in America compared to its cousin art, Judo. The analysis…
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…
Zoltan Bathory, guitarist for Five Finger Death Punch, has been awarded his 4th Dan black belt in Judo—a recognition presented by Olympic medalists and world champions Mike Swain and Joe…
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…
In the aftermath of the Paris 2024 Olympics, few sports embody France’s national pride like judo. Yet the roots of this deep connection trace back to one remarkable teacher whose…
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…
