Mica Galvao has officially joined the Brazilian army!

Galvao is coming off one of the most decorated competitive years in modern BJJ history.
He captured titles across major events and has made it known that he’s eyeing both a transition to MMA and a potential Olympic wrestling run.

Despite his already packed schedule, Galvao recently signed a two-year contract with FloGrappling, where he remains the reigning WNO welterweight champion.
He’s also preparing to take part in the middleweight grand prix at BJJ Stars 15, an event that could potentially set up a superfight with Jonnatas Gracie for the WNO middleweight crown.

Now, alongside training and competition, he will also be serving his country in uniform.

Here is what Galvao had to share via social media (translated from Portuguese):

Attention, gentlemen. Allow me to introduce myself.
Sergeant Micael Galvão, of the Brazilian Army, introducing himself.

I entered through a public selection process, like any other citizen athlete who dreams of serving the country.
I presented my qualifications, underwent medical exams, physical tests, social investigation and an introductory course on military life.

I did not enter for the money. I entered for a mission.
I have always represented Brazil on the mats. Now, I also represent it in uniform.

From now on, whenever my competitive calendar allows, I will make myself available to participate in the real missions that the Army carries out with excellence — whether supporting communities, solidarity missions or wherever the Brazilian people need it.

I want to do more. To truly serve. Because Brazil is my team.
And now, it is also my mission.

 

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