Brown belt middleweight World Champion José Steve has earned his spot at The Crown, presented by FloGrappling! The Belgian standout captured gold at Worlds, Euros, and Brasileiro in 2025, capping off an incredible run as a brown belt before earning his black belt promotion. Known for his viper-like guard and sharp submission game, Steve now looks to test himself against the very best in the world. Representing Belgium on one of jiu-jitsu’s biggest stages, he’s ready to showcase his dynamic style and make his mark at the black belt level. Don’t miss The IBJJF Crown, presented by FloGrappling, on Sunday, November 23rd at the Long Beach Pyramid.