ADCC 2026 Qualified Athletes: Complete List by Weight Class
Every qualified athlete for ADCC 2026 in Krakow, organized by weight class and Trials event, updated as new qualifiers are confirmed.
ADCC 2026 Qualified Athletes
The ADCC 2026 World Championship takes place September 12-13 at TAURON Arena in Krakow, Poland. The field is built through two pathways: continental Trials events (approximately 50% of spots) and direct invitations from the ADCC organization (approximately 50%).
This page tracks every confirmed qualifier as Trials results come in. For event details, rules, tickets, and travel planning, see our complete ADCC 2026 World Championship guide.
Returning Champions (Invited)
Several ADCC champions have been confirmed or are expected to return to defend their titles:
| Weight Class | Champion | Previous Result |
|---|---|---|
| Men's -66 kg | Diogo Reis | 2022 and 2024 champion |
| Men's -77 kg | Mica Galvao | 2024 champion |
| Men's -88 kg | Giancarlo Bodoni | 2022 and 2024 champion |
| Women's -55 kg | Adele Fornarino | 2024 champion + absolute |
| Women's -65 kg | Ana Vieira | 2024 champion |
| Women's +65 kg | Rafaela Guedes | 2024 champion |
Direct Invitations
Beyond returning champions, ADCC directly invites elite grapplers based on competitive achievements, previous ADCC performances, and divisional balance. The full invitation list is typically announced in the months leading up to the event.
Confirmed and expected invitees will be added to this section as they are announced. Follow the ADCC official website and FloGrappling for invitation announcements.
Trials Qualifiers
Trials events are open-entry tournaments using full ADCC rules. Winners in each weight class earn a spot at the World Championship. Below are the confirmed qualifiers from completed Trials events.
1st Asia and Oceania Trials (March 2025)
| Weight Class | Qualifier | Country |
|---|---|---|
| -66 kg | TBA | -- |
| -77 kg | TBA | -- |
| -88 kg | TBA | -- |
| -99 kg | TBA | -- |
| +99 kg | TBA | -- |
Qualifier names to be confirmed from official results.
1st EMEA Trials (Warsaw, September 2025)
| Weight Class | Qualifier | Country |
|---|---|---|
| -66 kg | TBA | -- |
| -77 kg | TBA | -- |
| -88 kg | TBA | -- |
| -99 kg | TBA | -- |
| +99 kg | TBA | -- |
Qualifier names to be confirmed from official results.
1st NA East Coast Trials (December 2025)
| Weight Class | Qualifier | Country |
|---|---|---|
| -66 kg | TBA | -- |
| -77 kg | TBA | -- |
| -88 kg | TBA | -- |
| -99 kg | TBA | -- |
| +99 kg | TBA | -- |
Qualifier names to be confirmed from official results.
2nd EMEA Trials (Belgrade, February 2026)
| Weight Class | Qualifier | Country |
|---|---|---|
| -66 kg | TBA | -- |
| -77 kg | TBA | -- |
| -88 kg | TBA | -- |
| -99 kg | TBA | -- |
| +99 kg | TBA | -- |
Qualifier names to be confirmed from official results.
Upcoming Trials Events
The following Trials events will add more qualifiers to the ADCC 2026 field:
| Trials Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1st South American Trials | March 13, 2026 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| 2nd North American Trials | April 18-19, 2026 | Pomona, CA |
| 2nd Asia and Oceania Trials | June 20, 2026 | Carrara, QLD, Australia |
Trials events are open to all competitors. No invitation or ranking is required to enter. Register through the ADCC official website or the host event's registration platform.
How Qualification Works
ADCC uses a dual qualification system that differs significantly from IBJJF's point-based ranking:
Trials Pathway (~50% of spots)
- Open-entry tournaments held across multiple continents
- Full ADCC rules apply (no points in first half, guard pull penalty, all submissions legal)
- Win your weight class to earn a World Championship invitation
- Multiple Trials events per continent in the qualification cycle
Direct Invitation (~50% of spots)
- ADCC organization invites elite grapplers directly
- Based on previous ADCC performances, major competition results, and overall record
- Invitations are announced in the months before the World Championship
- Designed to ensure the strongest possible field
For a full breakdown of ADCC rules and how they differ from IBJJF competition, see our ADCC 2026 World Championship guide.
Key Takeaway
This page is updated as new Trials results come in and direct invitations are announced. Bookmark it to track the ADCC 2026 field as it takes shape heading into the September World Championship in Krakow.
Official Sources
- ADCC Official Website - Trials registration, event details, and invitation announcements
- FloGrappling - Trials coverage, results, and athlete profiles
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