FAQs
Royce Gracie Record: 15-2-3.
Are the Gracies still relevant? ›
The Gracie legacy continues to flourish through their contributions to BJJ, the MMA community, and the UFC. Brazilian jiu-jitsu has become a fundamental training point for MMA fighters across the globe and has helped elevate world-class fighters like Anderson Silva, Demian Maia, and more.
Who was the smallest Gracie brother? ›
Gastão Gracie
(born 1901, Founder of the Gracie Style of Jiu-Jitsu, Carlos was the smallest and skinniest of the Gracie Brothers, but was never defeated . . . not even by his stronger younger brothers.)
Who did Helio Gracie learn from? ›
Aside from training with his brothers, Gracie learned further judo under Sumiyuki Kotani and Argentinian judo pioneer Chugo Sato. He might have also got training under a practitioner named Hiraichi Tada.
Which Gracie went to jail? ›
Ralph Gracie argued with a Mexican gang member in prison
Because of the incident, Gracie was sentenced to six months in jail, of which he only did three.
Which Gracie never lost? ›
Who was the most feared Gracie? ›
In today's world, Royce Gracie is barely intimidating. But back in the day, when he held a distinct Brazilian jiu-jitsu advantage over all of his opponents, fighters feared for their limbs.
Which Gracie was undefeated? ›
The 8 men tournament was named “Vale Tudo Japan 1994” and Rickson Gracie was a success, submitting all of his opponents in one night. He continued making a career of fighting in Japan winning several more fights (all by submission) and keeping his record unblemished.
How many UFC did Gracie win? ›
Became the first and only three time UFC Tournament Winner.
How many kids did Helio Gracie have? ›
He had nine children: Rorion Gracie, Relson Gracie, Rickson Gracie, Rolker Gracie, Royler Gracie, Royce Gracie, Rherika Gracie, Robin Gracie, and Ricci Gracie.
Main Achievements: Helio was Brazil's top ranked fighter in Vale-Tudo (literally 'anything goes') for most of his competitive career. Biography: Helio Gracie is arguably the most important figure in history of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Who taught Rolls Gracie? ›
Who defeated Royce Gracie? ›
The mixed martial arts fight between Kazushi Sakuraba and Royce Gracie was held in 2000 at PRIDE Fighting Championships. Due to its special rules, it lasted 90 minutes before ending with the victory of Sakuraba by TKO.
Who destroyed the Gracies? ›
He is known as the Gracie Hunter or the Gracie Killer due to his wins over four members of the famed Gracie family: Royler Gracie, Renzo Gracie, Ryan Gracie, and Royce Gracie. Sakuraba is famous for beating 15 champions of different top MMA organizations; opponents who were often many weight-classes above him.
Who has Roger Gracie lost to? ›
Roger Gracie was only defeated 7 times in his Black Belt career. He never tapped and is defeated only due to points. One big name who defeated Roger 3 times on points is Xandre Ribeiro. Olav Einemo also beat him in ADCC 2003 with points at the start of his Black Belt career.
