Tag Archives: Bernardo Faria

Absolute results: Rodolfo Vieira and Gabi Garcia both win world heavyweight and absolute titles

Posted on June 5, 2011 by

Gabrielle Garcia is the first absolute champ of the day, overcoming Bia Mesquita by 2-0, coming close to finishing early on with a clock choke. With two gold medals, Gabrielle is the big name of the female division. Rodolfo Vieira … Continue reading →

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Seconds from the final

Posted on June 4, 2011 by

In another exclusive video, the GRACIEMAG at the Worlds Blog shows the final 20 seconds of the two absolute black belt semifinals. Watch the emotion experienced by Rodolfo Vieira and Bernardo Faria when their berths in the final became reality. … Continue reading →

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Interview: Rodolfo Vieira and absolute campaign

Posted on June 4, 2011 by

Just after securing his spot in the open weight final against Bernardo Faria, Rodolfo Vieira spoke with the Worlds Blog. The Rio de Janeiro native addressed the feeling of making it to the final and having the most important title … Continue reading →

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Rodolfo Vieira vs. Bernardo Faria in absolute black belt final

Posted on June 4, 2011 by

In the first absolute black belt contest of a Jiu-Jitsu World Championship not to include Roger Gracie since 2002, the big name so far is Rodolfo Vieira. The Rio de Janeiro native had four matches before securing his place in … Continue reading →

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Bernardo Faria: “Rodolfo didn’t annul my game”

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

Bernardo Faria always makes his presence at championships felt by everyone around. There are two reasons for this: the high level of Jiu-Jitsu he wields and the intensity with which he celebrates his victories and mourns defeats. Anyone who was tuned … Continue reading →

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Watch out! Alliance is out for world domination!

Posted on May 25, 2010 by

“I wouldn’t trade my team for an athlete like Roger Gracie.” The phrase above sums up tidily the thoughts of Fabio Gurgel in regards to his work in Jiu-Jitsu. The commander of Alliance values teamwork much more than a big … Continue reading →

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