ONE Battle Evening 38 wasn’t only a crowning second for newly minted ONE flyweight submission grappling world champion Diogo Reis of Brazil. It was additionally a testomony to his unparalleled grappling brilliance. The 23-year-old phenom enthusiastic about pure grappling artistry in his 10-minute chess match with Daiki Yonekura on Dec. 5.
‘Child Shark’ dazzled with relentless stress and technical precision, outmaneuvering a really recreation opponent en path to 26 kilos of gold within the residence of martial arts.
Yonekura’s slick guard retention made him a formidable opponent, but Reis shone brighter along with his positional dominance and aggressive passing.
Taking to Instagram after his monumental profession victory, the two-time ADCC world champion mirrored on his efficiency.
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Reis wrote in Portuguese (translated to English):
“How did I take advantage of this crossing the knee passage? 🤔 My opponent when he was on the bottom guarding, he received very shut and onerous to attach with him. Nevertheless, when he sat down, the world of his chest grew to become very uncovered [arms and legs] facilitating the fencing and with the ability to cross instantly and attain the guard crossing.”
Reis additionally hunted for the end every time, not content material with merely controlling the exchanges. The period of ‘Child Shark’ is right here, and he’s simply getting began.
Diogo Reis feedback on Daiki Yonekura’s last-ditch effort to steal win
Daiki Yonekura earned Diogo Reis’ respect after their grueling 10-minute battle.
The Japanese star stored combating until the bitter finish, and even threatened with a leg lock proper earlier than the clock ran out.
The Brazilian escaped and finally earned the gold after a unanimous determination win.
‘Child Shark’ advised ONE:
“I knew he was robust as I mentioned earlier than. That is why I maintain his assaults. He virtually took my legs however I used to be okay for that.”
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Edited by Aziel Karthak
