Men’s Featherweight
Cole Abate dominated the featherweight bracket, capturing the title with a calculated and technical approach. In the final, Abate outscored João Bisnaga (4-2) by employing precise sweeps and superior guard control. His path to the final included victories over João Mendes, Kennedy Maciel, and Danilo Moreira, each win marked by tactical execution and positional awareness.
Men’s Middleweight
Andy Murasaki successfully defended his 2024 crown, becoming a two-time IBJJF The Crown champion. In the final, Murasaki overcame Jackson Nagai on points, utilizing a dynamic mix of sweeps and leg attacks to control the tempo and dictate the exchanges throughout the division.
Men’s Heavyweight
The heavyweight division delivered the tournament’s most dramatic moment. Nolan Stuart submitted Adam Wardziński with a well-timed Omoplata in the final, producing the event’s biggest upset. Stuart’s route to gold included a hard-fought decision over Lucas Barbosa in the semifinals, while Wardziński advanced by outpointing Paulo Merlin.
Men’s Ultra-Heavyweight
Erich Munis secured his third consecutive IBJJF Crown title, reinforcing his dominance in the ultra-heavyweight division. In the final, Munis outpointed Gustavo Batista, and earlier, he submitted Marcos Carrozzino with a clinical Lapel Choke in the semifinals.
Women’s Lightweight
Sarah Galvão claimed the lightweight crown with a standout campaign. She opened by submitting defending champion Brianna Ste-Marie via Collar Choke in the quarter-finals, then avenged a previous loss to Cassia Moura in the semifinals. In the final, Galvão defeated reigning world champion Janaina Lebre by points, using relentless pressure passing and positional dominance to secure victory.
Women’s Super-Heavyweight
Gabi Pessanha continued her reign with a third consecutive IBJJF The Crown title, winning her matches by a combination of points and submissions, and demonstrating consistent control across the bracket.
