Las Vegas hosts the 2026 World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Las Vegas hosts the 2026 World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Summary

The 2026 World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship begins today at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Competition for athletes over age 30 runs through September 5 across various belt levels, including Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black. Thursday features male and female competitors in Brown and Black belt divisions across all Master age categories. Friday shifts to Purple and Black belt divisions, while Saturday concludes the event with Blue and Purple belt matches. The championship is not available on national television, with exclusive coverage provided via the FloGrappling streaming platform. Notable previous black belt winners include Wilson Bueno de Moraes Jr. and Melissa Cueto as the event returns for another installment during the Labor Day weekend.

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By the Numbers

•The tournament runs from September 3 to September 5 in Las Vegas.
•FloGrappling holds exclusive rights to stream all tournament matches.
•Competition includes seven age-based classes ranging from Master 1 to Master 7.
•Events feature Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black belt participants.

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