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2026 IBJJF Crown Set for Long Beach Competition
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The event features eight-person tournaments across four men's divisions and two women's divisions. Each tournament winner is set to receive $20,000, with additional purses awarded to other medalists. The tournament will be broadcast live via FloGrappling, beginning at 1 p.m. ET.
Participating athletes include previous Crown winners such as Erich Munis, Gabi Pessanha, Andy Murasaki, Sarah Galvao, and Nolan Stuart. Additionally, Mica Galvao is scheduled to compete in the middleweight division. The event structure includes quarterfinal, semifinal, and bronze medal matches for all weight classes.
AI-assisted brief by the Octagon Edge News Desk, based on reporting from MMA Mania.
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