Diego ‘Pato’ Oliveira is officially confirmed to compete in the highly anticipated IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix. Representing AOJ, Pato is a true standout athlete on the global stage. A perennial contender at featherweight, Pato has accepted this prestigious invitation to face off against an elite field of no-gi competitors under an absolute, no-weight-limit ruleset. Be sure to catch all the Grand Prix action on February 26th, exclusively broadcasting on FloGrappling.

Pato has consistently been a dominant force in both the gi and no-gi black belt circuits since joining AOJ in 2021. He enters the 2026 season following a career-defining year, having earned the coveted Grand Slam title in the gi. The two-time No-Gi World Champion is now setting his sights on capturing the Absolute Grand Prix title and the $50,000 prize it awards. Pato will undoubtedly leverage his elite guard play to frustrate and entangle his larger opponents, utilizing his supremely technical leg lock systems. The AOJ standout may be the smallest athlete in the bracket, but his presence looms large in an event that is guaranteed to deliver non-stop action.

Pato enters the tournament boasting an extensive resume filled with major championships. Adding an Absolute Grand Prix title to his accolades will only further cement the emphatic legacy of the Brazilian athlete. Do not miss Pato challenge the impressive Absolute Grand Prix bracket, live onFloGrappling.