2026 Crown | Elisabeth Clay Answers the Call
Veteran Submission Hunter Sets Her Sights
2026 IBJJF Crown Announcements
The 2026 Crown is building a phenomenal list of athletes for its fourth edition. Forty-eight world-class competitors will converge inside the famous Long Beach Pyramid on November 8th with hopes of securing one of the most sought after trophies in the sport, as well as the $20,000 cash prize.
Elisabeth Clay has officially been announced as the third lightweight Crown contender. Elisabeth seeks to add the Crown trophy to her extensive resume.
Elisabeth Clay - Standout Contender
Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu claims one of the brightest female talents in the sport. Elisabeth Clay has proven her submission-oriented style time and time again on the biggest stages.
The reigning double-gold No-Gi World Champion finalized her 2026 Gi campaign with a Brasileiro title, alongside her Pan and World silver medals. Elisabeth is known as a dangerous leg-locker, whose guardplay is world-renowned. Her submission arsenal may represent the biggest ‘X-Factor’ in the lightweight bracket.
The 2026 Crown lightweight division is beginning to take form. Reigning lightweight World Champion Janaina Lebre and rising prospect Nikolett Kis represent the depth of talent in the division. Elisabeth Clay retains immense experience against the sport’s top athletes, and seems prepared to make a run towards Crown glory.
The action is set to take place on November 8th from the legendary Long Beach Pyramid. Stay tuned to official IBJJF channels for continued updates surrounding the 2026 IBJJF Crown.
