Eliza Carvalho Nascimento of Nova União has an incredible Gold-medal performance in the Blue Belt Lightweight division at the 2023 IBJJF European Championships. She secured 4 submissions out of her 5 matches. Here is a round-by-round breakdown of her Gold-medal run:

Round One

After an initial first round BYE in her bracket, Eliza wins her first match via armbar.

Round Two

Elizas second elimination match went the distance where she scored 12 points and 2 advantages, but was not able to secure the submission.

Round Three

In a tightly contested Quarter-Finals match, Eliza wins via 3 points and 3 advantages.

Round Four (Semi-Finals)

Eliza secures her spot in the Finals of the Blue Belt Lightweight division with a head-and-arm choke from mount.

Round Five (Finals)

Eliza wins in the final minutes against Ke-Jhen Peng via armbar after securing a triangle lock on Peng.