MMA Overload
January 29th, 2009

helio-gracie

Helio Gracie, the creator of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu died this morning in his sleep due to natural causes. He was admitted to a local Rio de Janeiro hospital a few days earlier after he complained about having stomach pains. It’s surely a sad day for BJJ entusiasts worldwide.

“I created a flag from the sport’s dignity. I oversee the name of my family with affection and nerves of blood.” -Helio Gracie

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