Rodolfo Vieira

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Rodolfo Vieira stands as a titan in the history of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His collection of titles is unmatched by many of his contemporaries, featuring four IBJJF World Championships and seven Abu Dhabi World Pro gold medals. Winning the ADCC Submission Grappling World Championship placed him among the absolute elite of the sport. His success across multiple weight classes and formats demonstrates a versatility that few athletes achieve. He is widely regarded as the most decorated athlete to ever come out of the GFTeam academy.

AwardsVieira has won numerous awards throughout his career, primarily in the realm of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling. He is a four-time IBJJF World Champion, seven-time Abu Dhabi World Pro Champion, and a one-time ADCC Submission Grappling World Champion. His accolades also include two Pan American Championship titles and two European Championship titles. These achievements solidify his status as one of the greatest heavyweights in the history of the sport.

Honours & Distinctions

GFTeam Legend

BJJ Heroes·2020

Recognized as the most successful athlete in the academy's history

Records & Feats

Most ABU Dhabi World Pro Titles by a Single Athlete

Career Milestone·2016

Vieira holds the record for the most gold medals won at the Abu Dhabi World Pro Championships by an individual competitor.

Dominant GFTeam Record

Historic First·2017

Holds the record for the most world titles won by any athlete from the GFTeam academy.