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2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam: Black Belt Results

The second day of competition at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam on Saturday saw the conclusion of the black belt finals. There were upsets, submissions, and more than one referee's decision. Here’s how it all played out.

Jan 13, 2018

Overview: Day One Of The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

A thrilling first day of the 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam wrapped up Friday with many of the organization's top-ranked competitors taking to the mats at the Mubadala Arena.

Jan 12, 2018

Match Order Released For The 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

The UAEJJF has released the schedule for the 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam.

Jan 11, 2018

Abu Dhabi Grand Slam: Previewing Every Black Belt Division

The 2017-18 UAEJJF Jiu-Jitsu World Tour kicks into top gear this weekend with the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam.

Jan 10, 2018

Miyao Brothers Set To Fight Side By Side At Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

For the first time since September 2016, Paulo Miyao is joining his brother, Joao, in open competition. 

Jan 8, 2018

The Pressure Cooker: Training At The Notorious GF Team In Rio

Text and photos by Michael Sears | Several of the top-ranked UAEJJF competitors took part in an intense training session at the GF Team Headquarters in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam.

Jan 5, 2018

Seven Competitors You Need To Watch At The 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

The UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam is just one week out, and it's a critical juncture in the 2017-18 season for both ranking points and qualification for the 2018 Abu Dhabi World Pro.  

Jan 3, 2018

UAEJJF Black Belt Rankings Ahead Of 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

The word epic gets thrown around pretty freely (guilty as charged), but it’s safe to say that 2017 was truly, freaking epic. 

Dec 21, 2017