Rerisson Gabriel vs Diego Pato

In the light-featherweight division at the 2026 IBJJF Brazilian National Championship (Brasileiro), Rerisson Gabriel of Alliance defeated Diego Pato of AOJ by one advantage in a closely contested match. Pato is a four-time world champion and one of the most dominant competitors in the division over the past five years, making the result a notable upset in the tournament.

Rerisson, a former Pan American champion and Rio de Janeiro native, was the more aggressive competitor throughout the match. The victory adds to a strong résumé, as Rerisson now holds wins over both Diego Pato and Diogo Reis, the two most dominant light-featherweights in the sport over the past five years.