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Eight-Time BJJ World Champion Leandro Lo Shot to Death in Brazil

The IBJJF and Jiu Jitsu community are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Leandro Lo. Lo was one of the greatest athletes our sport has ever produced. An example of a true black belt, martial artist and champion on and off the mats. Rest in peace legend. pic.twitter.com/lHK3n8pF4K

— IBJJF (@ibjjf) August 7, 2022

The jiu-jitsu world is in mourning following the death of Leandro Lo early Sunday morning.

Lo, one of the most respected champions of Brazilian jiu-jitsu history, was shot to death by a police officer during a concert in Sao Paulo.