A seven-year-old Lithuanian boy, Tim Mikalauskas, secured the world vice-champion title in the BJJ No-Gi category at the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Junior World Gi & No-Gi Championships 2026. The event, held on July 4th in Vulverhampton, United Kingdom, convened young martial arts athletes from numerous international backgrounds. The competition provided a high level of global competition, showcasing talent across various age groups, even when compared to the extensive history of the sport.
In the semifinal round, Mikalauskas demonstrated his skill by defeating Shamil Abdulchalikov, representing Dagestan. His path to the final marked him as a top contender among the young competitors. The final match saw Mikalauskas face Jaxon Shanno of Great Britain.
The outcome of this bout resulted in Mikalauskas accepting the decision. This victory establishes him as the world vice-champion in the No-Gi division for his age group. The championships successfully gathered young talent from across the globe, highlighting the growing international participation in junior BJJ.
Mikalauskas’s achievement underscores the dedication of young athletes to mastering the demanding discipline of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at a world level. His success places him among the notable young competitors emerging from the Lithuanian Jiu-Jitsu community on the global stage.
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