2026 Crown | Gabi Pessanha Eyes Fourth Crown Title
Pound-for-Pound Star Returns to Crown
2026 IBJJF Crown Announcement
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.
Gabi Pessanha is officially announced as the eighth and final super-heavyweight Crown contender. Gabi remains favored to capture the title yet again, despite a stacked super-heavyweight division.
Gabi Pessanha - The Queen Returns
The InFight Jiu-Jitsu star continues to operate at an elite level. The twelve-time World Champion and ten-time Brasileiro, European, and Pan Champion has already secured legendary career status.
Despite her incredible resume, Gabi remains intent on securing major event titles. She returns to the prestigious Crown event after having won each of the first three editions in dominant fashion. Gabi has long been known for strong guard play and a world-class ankle lock system. In 2026, however, Gabi showcased a new wrinkle by utilizing more passing and top-game techniques to overwhelm her opponents and capture titles.
Gabi has already put herself in elite company as arguably the most decorated female athlete in the sport’s rich history. She continues to elevate her game and her career standing with each event, all the while remaining an inspiration to future generations of competitors. Gabi enters the event as a strong favorite to capture her fourth consecutive Crown title, while a fascinating group of contenders hope to knock her off. The full super-heavyweight division includes Gabi Pessanha, Larissa Dias, Yara Soares, Maria Alencar, Hazel Rose, Anabel Lopez, and Maria Ruffatto.
The highly anticipated event is scheduled for November 8th from the Pyramid in Long Beach, California. Stay tuned to official IBJJF channels for continued updates surrounding the 2026 IBJJF Crown.
