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Polaris 39 results: Takahashi wins bantamweight title, Langaker beats O'Flanagan in Doncaster
Yuki Takahashi beat Shay Montague for the Polaris bantamweight title at The Dome in Doncaster, and Tommy Langaker beat Eoghan O'Flanagan in their first meeting.
European Grapplers Shine at ADCC 2026 in Kraków with Eight Medals and a Home Champion
ADCC returned to Europe for the first time since 2017, and European grapplers took eight medals in Kraków. Paweł Jaworski became Poland's first ADCC champion with three leg lock finishes and an all-European final against Sweden's Marlon Tajik, while Spain, Russia and Scotland also reached the podium.
Paweł Jaworski Submits Rafael Lovato Jr. at ONE Fight Night 47
Poland's Paweł Jaworski submitted Rafael Lovato Jr. with a lateral kneebar at 1:51 of the first round at ONE Fight Night 47 in Bangkok on September 4, 2026, banking a US$50,000 bonus and moving to 44-8. A landmark European win over one of the most decorated names in the sport.
Polaris 38 Full Matches
On July 11, 2026, Polaris 38 took place at the Bath University Sports Village in Bath, England. Poland's Mateusz Szczeciński won three matches in a single night to take the welterweight Grand Prix, defending his title and taking home $30,000. Watch the full matches below.
Britain's Taylor Pearman steps into the ADCC 2026 World Championship at 77kg
British grappler Taylor Pearman has been added to the 77kg bracket for the 2026 ADCC World Championship, taking the place of Izaak Michell, who was quietly removed from the roster following reports of an active arrest warrant in the United States.
Poland's Mateusz Szczeciński Wins the Polaris 38 Welterweight Grand Prix
At Polaris 38 in the Bath University Sports Village, England on July 11, 2026, Poland's Mateusz Szczeciński won three straight matches to take the welterweight Grand Prix to claim the world title and a $30,000 prize. A landmark night for European grappling.
Polaris Open expands to mainland Europe: the Netherlands edition
Polaris is bringing its open tournament series to mainland Europe for the first time. Polaris Open Spain debuts in Barcelona on August 29, 2026, followed by Polaris Open Netherlands in Utrecht on October 24. For European grapplers, the move opens a direct route from regional tournaments to the main Polaris stage.
Nordic SFC returns September 26: the Kolding event built on big mats and no shortcuts
The Nordic Submission Fighting Championship (NSFC) returns to Sydbank Arena in Kolding, Denmark on September 26, 2026. NoGi, submission only, with medals across all divisions and a championship belt going to the Expert Open winner. Early bird registration on Smoothcomp closes June 2, with regular registration open until September 1.
AGI debuts in Amsterdam: 16 grapplers, one belt, submission only
Sixteen grapplers. One championship belt. €1000 in prize money. Submission only: no points, no time-limit games, just finishes. On Sunday May 31st, the Amsterdam Grappling Invitational (AGI) makes its debut, bringing the EBI format to the Netherlands for the first time.
European Grapplers Confirmed for ADCC World Championship 2026 in Kraków
The 2026 ADCC World Championship heads to Kraków, Poland on September 12-13, with 14 European athletes already confirmed across men's and women's divisions - including invited names like Adam Wardziński and UFC fighter Mateusz Gamrot.
Jiu Jitsu Expo 2026 Heads to Jesolo Alongside the Italian BJJ Open
The Jiu Jitsu Expo 2026 will take place in Jesolo, Italy from May 15-17, running alongside the Italian BJJ Open. The annual event brings together the European BJJ community with exhibitors, free seminars, and networking opportunities.
ADCC Suisse Federation Announces Three-Event Calendar for 2026
The ADCC Suisse Federation has unveiled its 2026 competition calendar, featuring three events across the year. The season kicks off with the ADCC Suisse National Championship on March 1 in Küsnacht, followed by two ADCC Suisse Open tournaments in June and November.