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Pedro Machado is a black belt under Paulo Perrota and a brown belt double gold World Champion. Machado was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and represents R1NG BJJ.
American Nationals Preview: 8 Things To Get Excited About
Jul 5, 2023
Every year in early July, Americans come together and celebrate the nation with fireworks. I am, of course, referring to IBJJF American Nationals and the dynamic grappling action it brings, as the tournament continues to gain momentum as one of the best mid-majors of the calendar.Matheus Gabriel, Meyram Alves & The Lightweight GP Coming To BJJ Stars 9
Oct 11, 2022
BJJ Stars is set to return in Brazil and on FloGrappling on Friday, October 21 for a lightweight grand prix. The eight-man gi bracket, dedicated to the memory of Leandro Lo, will feature two IBJJF world champions, and a battery of top contenders hungry to make their mark on the division.Live Updates & Results | 2022 IBJJF World Championships Finals
Jun 5, 2022
The semifinal matchups have been drawn, and the athletes are ready to take their shot for the top of the IBJJF World podium. Follow along with us here as the best gi competitors in the world try to climb to the no.1 spot.Tye & Mica On A Collision Course, Meregali In Absolute Final | Worlds 2022
Jun 5, 2022
The first day of black belt competition at the 2022 IBJJF World Championships is wrapped up, and the final rounds of each division are set. This year, the brackets were whittled down to the final four men and the final two women in each division, meaning we now know which athletes will take the podium. All that is left is to decide who takes which medal.The Ultimate Guide: The 2022 IBJJF World Championships Black Belt Divisions
May 31, 2022
The most anticipated gi tournament of the year returns to the iconic Walter Pyramid in just a few days time, and it is no exaggeration to say that this is one of the most competitive editions of the tournament in its rich 25-year history.23 Rookies To Keep Your Eye On To At The 2022 IBJJF World Championships
May 27, 2022
There are nearly two dozen first year black belts registered for the 2022 IBJJF World Championship. This year's will be one of the most stacked Worlds in recent memory, but the rookies should not be counted out. In some divisions, they may even be the favorites to win the whole thing.Grappling Bulletin: 2022 IBJJF Worlds Will Be A Clash Of Generations
May 16, 2022
The 2022 IBJJF World Championships is just weeks away. For you hardcore no-gi fans, you may be surprised to see so many familiar faces dust off their gi for the biggest IBJJF tournament of the year– there will be a number of Trials winners in the mix, and a decent amount of invitees, too.25-Second Sub Proves Gutemberg Pereira Will Be A Podium Contender At ADCC
May 2, 2022
Gutemberg Pereira was on a hot streak coming into his superfight against Fellipe Andrew at BJJ Stars 8. He went 4-0 at the 2nd South American ADCC Trials with a 100% submission rate; and he followed that up with back to back silver medal weekends in the gi, catching five submissions in five matches there.Grappling Bulletin: Mica Galvao Subs Hulk & Beats Leandro, Wins BJJ Stars
May 2, 2022
At only 18 years of age Mica Galvao is already one of the most-talked about athletes in jiu-jitsu. If you thought the attention he has received in any way unwarranted, last weekend's events would have put those doubts to bed.BJJ Stars 8 GP Bracket Have Been Released, And They're Everything We Wanted
Apr 29, 2022
BJJ Stars just announced the official bracket for tomorrow's middleweight grand prix live on Instagram, and there will be no need to wait for some of the best possible matches.After 30-Month Layoff, Felipe Pena Set To Make No-Gi Return At BJJ Stars 8
Apr 26, 2022
Felipe Pena is set to return to no-gi competition for the first time in two and a half years when he takes on Henrique Ceconi at BJJ Stars 8 on Saturday, April 30 in Sao Paulo.Demian Maia To Compete In First Grappling Match in 15 Years At BJJ Stars
Apr 25, 2022
After fighting in the UFC for nearly 15 years, Demian Maia returns to grappling competition at BJJ Stars 8 on April 30 where he will face current UFC welterweight Alex 'Cowboy' Oliveira in a no-gi match as the main event of the evening.The Veterans & Next Gen Talents Coming To BJJ Stars 8 Middleweight GP
Apr 19, 2022
Three IBJJF world champions will try to fend off some of the next generation’s fastest rising talent in the BJJ Stars 8 middleweight grand prix next weekend in Sao Paulo.Live Updates & Results | 2022 IBJJF Pans Finals
Apr 10, 2022
The stacked black belt divisions have been whittled down to just eight men and just two women each. By the end of the day, nineteen IBJJF Pans black belt champions will be crowned. Follow the action here all day long as the fields narrow in each weight category. These are the latest results (updated by the minute) at the 2022 IBJJF Pan Championships.The Fast-Rising Rookie Black Belts Making Their Pans Debuts
Apr 7, 2022
The 2022 IBJJF Pan Championships roster is filled with veterans, world champions, and black belt stars. But 10 rookies will be in the search for Pans gold, trying to earn their moment in the spotlight by defeating a sea of decorated opponents.