Five Grapplers Punch Their Ticket at 2026 ADCC South American Trials in Rio

Overview of the ADCC South American Trials

The road to the 2026 ADCC World Championships has kicked off in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This event brings together the top grapplers from across South America, all vying for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to qualify for the prestigious World Championships.

This year, the competition is fierce, with athletes demonstrating their skills in various weight classes, from -55kg to +99kg. Five more competitors have successfully qualified, making the stakes even higher as we move deeper into the tournament.

Live Updates from the Trials

As the matches unfold, I'll be providing real-time updates right here. From upsets to standout performances, stay tuned as we track the action throughout the trials.

Gold Medal Matches

• -66kg: David Santos def. Diego Ortiz by points
• -77kg: Julio Martins def. Martin Abeal by points
• -88kg: Franco Diaz def. Gabriel Brod by points
• -99kg: Eli Braz def. Fellipe Trovo by points
• +99kg: Roosevelt Sousa def. Pedro Alex by submission
• -55kg: Monserrat Perez def. Bianca Giannini by points
• -65kg: Ana Silva def. Natalia Colaco Maguerroski by points
• +65kg: Ingridd Alves def. Maria Clara Cardoso by points

Notable Upsets and Highlights

The early rounds have already featured a few remarkable upsets, notably Charles Negromonte being eliminated before the round of 16, losing to Franco Diaz by decision. Marcelo Montanagna has stood out with an impressive performance, defeating Alessandro Botelho.

Watch the Drama Unfold Live

If you can't make it to the venue, you can catch the action live on FloGrappling. The event has drawn a considerable audience, with fans eager to witness who will come out on top. Be sure to follow my updates if you want detailed analysis alongside your viewing!

Weight Class Brackets

The trials are being contested across various weight classes, and here are some important links to the brackets:

• -66kg Bracket
• -77kg Bracket
• -88kg Bracket
• -99kg Bracket
• +99kg Bracket
• -55kg Bracket
• -65kg Bracket
• +65kg Bracket

Conclusion

This year's ADCC South American Trials are filled with talent and electrifying grappling performances. As we watch these athletes put their skills to the test, I'm excited to bring you along on this journey. Keep checking back for more updates as the event progresses!