
From the Mats to the Olympics: The Journey of Jiu-Jitsu Towards World-Class Recognition
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It was developed by the Gracie family, who modified traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu & Judo techniques to create a more effective grappling style. Over the years, the sport version of the art has become increasingly popular around the world, with millions of practitioners and a growing presence in the world of combat sports. Despite its popularity, BJJ has yet to be recognized as an Olympic sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). However, there have been recent developments that suggest BJJ may be moving closer to Olympic recognition. To be included in the Olympic program, a sport ....
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