Victor Hugo Announces Possible Retirement From ADCC: “Everything’s Moving Fast”
Oct 09, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Victor Hugo finished ADCC 2026 by submitting his way through the +220 lb (+99 kg) division, then announced his retirement from ADCC competition before the absolute bracket began. Hugo said a...
ADCC Introduces New Rule: Interference From Coaches Or Spectators Can Cost Athletes The Match
Sep 30, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The ADCC has rolled out a new policy that puts athletes’ results directly at risk when coaches, parents, or spectators overstep boundaries during a match. Under the updated code of conduct,...
Dorian Olivarez Details Chaotic ADCC 2026 Match: “The Guy Bit My Finger”
Sep 13, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The now-infamous ADCC 2026 match involving Dorian Olivarez turned into one of the stranger storylines of the tournament. Olivarez said everything was going his way in an interview with FloGrappling:...
FloGrappling General Manager Talks CJI’s Impact On ADCC: “A Hugely Painful Time”
Aug 29, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Ben Kovacs, general manager of FloGrappling and founder of the Guardian Jiu-Jitsu Foundation, didn’t shy away from discussing the fallout of the 2024 Craig Jones Invitational and its ripple...
Dante Leon Says ADCC 2026 Feels Different: “It Didn’t Really Feel Like You’re Traveling…”
Aug 16, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The build-up to ADCC 2026 feels different for many athletes and spectators from past years, and veteran competitor Dante Leon has a theory about why. Speaking on The FloGrappling Show while preparing...
Ana Mayordomo Highlights ADCC’s Problem: “Not Enough Spots”
Aug 15, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Ana Mayordomo has won two separate ADCC trials within months of each other, yet still needs to win a third just to qualify for the event’s main bracket. Her situation has renewed scrutiny of...
Adele Fornarino Withdraws From ADCC 2026: “Women Deserve To Be Paid More”
Aug 07, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Adele Fornarino has announced she’s pulling out of ADCC 2026, pointing to a series of grievances with how the organization has handled athlete safety, pay equity, and the competitive structure...
Jozef Chen Explains Why Top Names Are Skipping ADCC This Year: “$200 Bucks”
Jul 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
With ADCC approaching, Jozef Chen joined host Declan Moody on The White Monster Podcast to unpack the growing list of notable absences from this year’s event… Tying it directly to shifts...
William Tackett Explains Why He’s Skipping ADCC: “The Money Just Doesn’t Add Up”
Jul 09, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
William Tackett, a two-time ADCC Trials champion, is absent from the ADCC World Championships bracket this year… Why? Well, he laid it all out exactly on the FloGrappling Show – the financial...
Craig Jones Slams ADCC For Keeping Izaak Michell On 2026 World Championship Roster
Jul 01, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has publicly criticized ADCC after Izaak Michell remained on the official competitor list for the 2026 World Championships. The controversy intensified after the Polish organizers...
ADCC 2026 Removes Izaak Michell From Competitor List
Jun 23, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Izaak Michell has reportedly been removed from the official ADCC 2026 competitor list, as legal issues surrounding the Australian grappler continue to escalate. The Australian standout had previously...
Ben Eddy Survives Massive Illegal Slam By Blue Belt At ADCC Open Event
Jun 22, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Veteran grappler Ben Eddy was on the receiving end of a huge illegal slam at the ADCC Dallas-Fort Worth Open 2026, but fortunately escaped without any serious injuries. Eddy, one of the most...
Mo Jassim Breaks Silence On ADCC Atlanta Open Brawl
Jun 19, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
ADCC promoter Mo Jassim has addressed the controversial incident that unfolded at the 2026 ADCC Atlanta Open. The incident occurred during the Men’s Advanced Under 65kg final on May 30, when...
Jozef Chen Defends ADCC’s Move To Poland: “Ah, Americans…”
Jun 16, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Jozef Chen has weighed in on the debate surrounding ADCC 2026’s move to Poland… Pushing back against criticism from fans unhappy that the tournament is no longer being held in the United...
14-Year-Old Joslyn Molina Accepts ADCC 2026 Invite & Makes History
Jun 12, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Joslyn Molina has officially accepted an invitation to compete in the under 65kg division at ADCC 2026, making her the youngest athlete ever to compete at the event. While earning a place at ADCC is...
Mark Schultz Says Early ADCC Events May’ve Been Influenced By Gracie Family Connections
Jun 03, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Olympic gold medalist Mark Schultz recently discussed the early days of ADCC and the influence of the Gracie family. And he agreed with a theory that may explain why he was never invited to compete...
Craig Jones Withdraws ADCC Equal Pay Offer Over Izaak Michell Controversy
Mar 29, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has reversed his earlier pledge to match prize money for female athletes at ADCC 2026… Citing concerns over the continued inclusion of Izaak Michell in the event lineup. The...
Gabi Garcia Targets Historic Fifth ADCC Title With 2026 Return
Mar 25, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Gabi Garcia is set to return to ADCC in 2026, with the four-time world champion aiming to further cement her legacy by capturing a fifth gold medal. Already widely regarded as the most accomplished...
Nicholas Meregali Unsure About ADCC 2026 Return: “It’s A Hassle To Go To Poland”
Mar 23, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali has cast doubt over his participation at ADCC 2026, revealing that he may choose to sit out the event despite being one of the sport’s biggest stars. While Meregali has not...
Melqui Galvao Launches Push To Bring ADCC 2026 Back To Brazil
Mar 20, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Renowned BJJ coach Melqui Galvao is leading a campaign to bring the ADCC World Championship back to Brazil for 2026 – challenging the event’s recent run of hosting in the United States....
UFC Lightweight Mateusz Gamrot Invited To Compete At ADCC 2026
Mar 08, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
UFC lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot has officially received an invitation to compete at ADCC 2026! Gamrot’s participation immediately adds star power to the event. Currently ranked seventh in...
Vagner Rocha Criticizes ADCC Pay Structure: “Prestige Is Cool, But…”
Mar 04, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Veteran competitor Vagner Rocha has voiced criticism of ADCC’s long-standing approach to athlete compensation… Contrasting it with recent efforts by the IBJJF to provide financial incentives...
UFC BJJ Announces Banning Athletes From ADCC Participation Starting 2027
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
A major change could be coming to professional grappling. According to UFC BJJ executive Claudia Gadelha, athletes who sign exclusive contracts with the promotion will no longer be allowed to compete...
Gordon Ryan Says Khabib Nurmagomedov Would Struggle At ADCC: “Not The Best Wrestler”
Feb 16, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan recently shared his opinion on how elite MMA grapplers would fare in pure submission grappling competition, specifically ADCC. Speaking on Mike Perry’s OverDogs podcast, Ryan discussed...
