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Tye Ruotolo is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu competitor from California. He is the current WNO champion in two divisions, holding both the 170lb and 185lb title belts. Born on January 22, 2003, Ruotolo trains out of San Diego, CA under coach Andre Galvao and represents the Atos team. He is the twin brother of Kade Ruotolo.
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ROOTS: Masters of Jiu-Jitsu (Episode Three)
Jun 23, 2024
Follow Kade and Tye Ruotolo on their journey from jiu-jitsu prodigies to global grappling superstars.
On episode three, the Ruotolo brothers achieve their lifelong dream of becoming jiu-jiitsu black belts when their professor Andre Galvao finally awards them. Plus see how the brothers are transforming the sport little by little.