2018 World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Road To Double Gold: Roberto Jimenez (Alliance)

Road To Double Gold: Roberto Jimenez (Alliance)

At the 2018 World Championships, Roberto found his rhythm.

Jun 2, 2018 by Chase Smith
Road To Double Gold: Roberto Jimenez (Alliance)

At the beginning of 2018, Roberto Jimenez was a freshly promoted purple belt looking to carry over the incredible success he had as a juvenile to the adult divisions.

It was not as smooth of a transition as had hoped, but at the 2018 World Championships, Roberto found his rhythm: which was a disaster for every other athlete standing across the mat from him.

The Alliance representative Submitted Every. Single. Opponent that he faced at the 2018 World Championship: in his weight class – and the absolute division – putting him in the league of legends like Andre Galvao who did the same thing as a purple belt in 2003! 


It's truly hard to say which moment was the most insane, but we're leaning towards the absolute semi-final where Roberto overcame a 9 point deficit by submitting his opponent with a NASTY modified loop choke. 

But you've got other options to choose from. 

Hit the links below to see Roberto's perfect run in its entirety. 

Heavyweight Gold

Absolute Road To Gold