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ADCC European Trials Belgrade: All Division Winners
The second and final ADCC European, Middle East & African Trials took place on February 14-15 at the Aleksandar Nikolić Hall in Belgrade, Serbia. With only one spot per weight class up for grabs, and for the first time in this qualification cycle, women's invitations on the line, the stakes could not have been higher. Over 400 athletes from more than 30 countries battled it out across two intense days of competition, with eight winners earning their place at the 2026 ADCC World Championships in Krakow. Here are the athletes who secured their ticket to Worlds.
Europeans Make Their Mark at UFC BJJ 5 Despite Title Losses
Two European world champions stepped up to challenge reigning UFC BJJ titleholders in Las Vegas, and proved they belong on the biggest stage in grappling.
Ocean BJJ Pro Championship Expands Across Europe With 2026 Trial Series
Ocean BJJ Pro Championship is taking a significant step forward in 2026 by expanding its competition structure beyond Italy and into multiple European countries. After several seasons centred primarily around Italian events, the organisation will now host a series of trials across Europe, giving a wider field of athletes the opportunity to qualify for its main event later in the year.
Shay Montague and Tarik Hopstock Set for UFC BJJ 5
Two of Europe’s leading grapplers, Shay Montague and Tarik Hopstock, are set to compete at UFC BJJ 5 on 12 February. The event will be streamed live and free on the UFC BJJ YouTube channel, giving fans worldwide the chance to watch both athletes take on elite opposition on one of grappling’s biggest stages.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 10: Finals Day
The final day of the European Championship is here! Today features Juvenile Blue Belts and the Adult Black Belt finals.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 9: Juvenile & Adult Black Belts
Day 9 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Juvenile divisions and the highly anticipated Adult Black Belt category.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 8: Juvenile & Adult Divisions
Day 8 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Juvenile 1 Blue Belts alongside Adult Purple and Brown Belt divisions.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 7: Adult Blue & Purple Belts
Day 7 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Adult Blue and Purple Belt divisions.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 6: Adult Blue Belts
Day 6 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Adult Blue Belt divisions for men and women.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 5: Adult White Belts & Masters Divisions
Day 5 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Adult White Belts and various Masters divisions.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 4: Masters Brown & Black Belts
Day 4 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Masters 3-7 Brown and Black Belt divisions for men, and Masters 3-5 Black Belt for women.
European IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2026 - Day 3: Masters Brown & Black Belts
Day 3 of the European Championship continues in Portugal! Today features Masters 1-3 Brown and Black Belt divisions competing for European gold.