The Panamanian delegation delivered a strong performance at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, held at the Mubadala Arena, one of the most demanding international venues that brought together over 10,000 competitors. Although Panama did not win any medals in this edition, the athletes achieved significant results and closed the season among the top positions in the AJP Tour continental ranking.
Morhaim secures key victory and finishes as the national leader In the Black Belt Master 1; 69 kg division, Ángel Morhaim secured a crucial victory in the repechage against Mexican Orlando Yeh, demonstrating technical control and a high competitive level. Morhaim ends the season with 4,200 points, ranking as #1 in Panama and #4 in North America, marking one of the best regional finishes for a Panamanian athlete in his category.
Calviño Mudarra advances to the semifinals and cements his place in the continental Top 4 In the Black Belt Professional (adults) division, Jorge Isaac Calviño Mudarra advanced to the semifinals after defeating Colombian Carlos Samboni, an athlete with an extensive track record on the circuit. Calviño concludes the season with 5,400 points, maintaining his position as #1 in Panama and achieving the #4 spot in North America, solidifying his presence among the continent's main competitors.
Milord runs a competitive campaign and closes in the regional Top 5 The Panamanian Carlos Milord also took on two very close fights against Razmadzde (Georgia) and the Brazilian Matheus Onda, both international references in their division. Milord closes the year with 3,300 points, positioning himself as #2 in Panama and #5 in North America, consolidating a season of growth and consistency within the professional circuit.
Panama projects its progress in international jiu-jitsu With the conclusion of the World Championship in Abu Dhabi, Panamanian representatives confirm their progress on the international stage. The positions achieved in the North American ranking reinforce the country's presence in the AJP Tour and demonstrate the competitive development of this discipline in Panama. The three athletes return to their respective academies with a focus on preparing for the 2026 calendar, where they will seek to continue consolidating Panama among the emerging nations of professional jiu-jitsu and opening up more opportunities for Panamanian participation in this important event.
