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At the 2026 Pan Championship back in March, Marcos Gomes made the move to Rooster weight and it might have been the best decision of his career. He won his first IBJJF gi major in impressive fashion, beating 3 World Champions along the way. Now he's ready to shake up the division once more as he goes for his first black belt gi World title! Can he keep the momentum going? We can't wait to find out. Today is the FINAL day to register for the 2026 World Championship! Visit IBJJF.com and sign up today.

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / FEMALE / MIDDLE - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / FEMALE / OPEN-CLASS - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / OPEN-CLASS - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / LIGHT-FEATHER - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / FEMALE / ROOSTER - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / SUPER-HEAVY - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / UTRA-HEAVY - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / FEMALE / MEDIUM-HEAVY - FINAL

Rafael Mendes set a standard at featherweight that still feels almost untouchable. Six World titles by the age of 26 is one of the most impressive accomplishments in the sport. His technical precision, pace, and innovation completely changed how many people viewed modern jiu-jitsu. Truly one of the greatest featherweights of all time.

Kennedy Maciel has officially signed up for the 2026 Worlds at featherweight and is chasing his first black belt World title in the gi. Will this finally be his year? The division is loaded with elite talent, so nothing will come easy. Today is the FINAL day to register for the 2026 World Championship! Visit IBJJF.com and sign up today.

He’s back! 3x World Champion Gustavo Batista has officially registered for the 2026 Worlds and is ready to make another run through the stacked medium-heavy division. Can “Braguinha” capture his 4th World title this year? We can’t wait to find out. Today is the FINAL day to register for the 2026 World Championship! Hurry over to IBJJF.com to sign up now, capacity has already reached 93%.

5X World Champion and Hall of Famer Romulo Barral was an absolute force in the medium-heavy division. Check out this incredible cross collar choke finish from the 2012 World Championship final to secure another gold medal. The 2026 World Championship is almost here! We are just 10 days away from the most important jiu-jitsu tournament of the year. Who’s ready for Worlds? 🌎🏆

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / FEMALE / FEATHER - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / OPEN-CLASS - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / LIGHT - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / HEAVY - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / ULTRA-HEAVY - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / FEMALE / FEATHER - FINAL

ADULT / BLACK-BELT / MALE / MIDDLE - FINAL