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NEWBREED presents The Ultimate Grappler (TUG) — the pinnacle of no-gi jiu-jitsu competition, where elite athletes collide in a relentless test of skill, speed, and strategy. Entry is earned, not given, through nationwide qualifiers that separate contenders from pretenders. Only the best step onto the mat. With $5,000 on the line and reputations at stake, this isn’t just a tournament — it’s a proving ground. Are you ready to claim the crown?

TUG Finale: The 2026 TUG Finale takes place November 6th in Coral Springs, FL. The champion will earn a one-of-a-kind TUG Championship Belt, take home the $5,000 grand prize, and receive exclusive NEWBREED gear — cementing their legacy as the 2026  Ultimate Grappler.

TUG Qualifiers:

Hosted nationwide in select cities, qualifiers determine who advances to the finale. Competitors must be at least a blue belt. Each qualifier winner secures a final spot, earns *$200 cash, and receives the NJJF Championship Belt. *Must be an 8 man bracket minimum for the cash prize.

‍Match Structure: 8-minute bouts — the first half submission-only with no points, followed by a points-based second half. This format applies to both qualifiers and the finale.

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