Well done to talented sports student Alex in Year 13 who won double gold, a bronze AND a belt in a recent Brazilian Jiujitsu (BJJ) tournament.
The competition took place in Manchester last weekend. Alex competed in four categories, fighting overall in twelve fights, with eight submissions and three point wins. In his age group division, he won double gold. He then fought in the adult category, taking home a bronze. He finished off the day by winning the belt in the adult absolute (meaning all weight classes are combined to compete for a cash prize - arguably the hardest to win).
On Sunday, he is traveling to Italy to compete in the Europeans and, he's hoping to bring back the gold. Good luck Alex - we are rooting for you!
If anyone is interested in taking up Jiujitsu - get in touch with 5th Element Durham here.