The first IBJJF world championship where heelhooks and reaping were in play for adult brown and black belts went off without a hitch. Curiously, the introduction of those techniques didn’t have as much of an impact as many would have predicted. With adequate warning that they were going to be included, it seemed as though the majority of competitors have worked hard on their leglock defense before turning up.
Regardless, the event still saw several athletes claiming their first no gi world championship. Pedro Marinho in particular had a great weekend when he took home his first two titles, winning the absolute division as well as his own weight-class.