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Full Updated Competitor List Of Every Athlete Invited To ADCC 2026

From Jits Magazine

April 19, 2026

ADCC 2026 will take place in the TAURON Arena in Krakow, Poland on September 12th and 13th, 2026 and this is the full updated list of every competitor invited. There are only two ways to earn an invite to ADCC, either winning an ADCC Trials tournament or by being awarded a place based on past […]

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Summary

Jits Magazine has published an updated list of athletes who have already secured their spots for ADCC 2026, providing an early look at the elite talent set to compete. The qualification pathways for these athletes include reigning champions from ADCC 2024, winners of the various ADCC Trials events held across different regions (such as North America and Europe), and special invitations extended by the organization. This list is dynamic and will continue to be updated as more athletes qualify through upcoming trials and further invitations are announced.

In the men's divisions, several reigning champions are expected to defend their titles, including Diego Pato (-66kg), Kade Ruotolo (-77kg), Tye Ruotolo (-88kg), Giancarlo Bodoni (-99kg), and Victor Hugo (+99kg). Trials winners like Ethan Crelinsten and Elijah Dorsey from North America, and Gairbeg Ibragimov and Mateusz Szczecinski from Europe, have also earned their places. Notable special invites include Kennedy Maciel (-66kg), Dante Leon (-77kg), Izaak Michell (-88kg), and a strong contingent in the -99kg and +99kg divisions with Kaynan Duarte, Felipe Pena, Nicholas Meregali, and Gordon Ryan.

The women's divisions also feature a strong lineup of contenders. Reigning champions Ffion Davies (-55kg), Bia Mesquita (-65kg), and Amy Campo (+65kg) are set to return to the ADCC stage. They are joined by trials winners such as Jasmine Rocha and Brianna Ste-Marie from the North American Trials, and Adele Fornarino and Julia Maele from the European Trials, among others. These athletes represent a mix of established champions and rising talents, all vying for the prestigious ADCC title.

The article also notes that Gordon Ryan is expected to compete in a superfight against Andre Galvao, although official confirmation for ADCC 2026 is still pending. This comprehensive list offers an initial glimpse into the highly anticipated ADCC 2026 event, with the full roster expected to grow as the qualification process unfolds.

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