Step through the doors of Judo Yushi in Nieuw-Vennep and welcome to the GRPL Zone for the second semi-final of our inaugural Grand Prix. Powered by DojoLink and RAMM Fighting Series, this choke-only submission wrestling matchup delivers an incredible display of pace and technique. Dropping the gi to test their pure grappling skills, a fiercely determined Serbian competitor meets a hungry, debuting martial artist in a high-speed battle that immediately pushes the limits of ground survival.
Match Rules
- Ruleset: Choke-Only
- Format: Submission Wrestling
- Time Limit: 3 Rounds of 2 Minutes (Golden Score if tied)
- Scoring: 1 Point per Submission
Tale of the Tape
- Red Corner: Twan | Age: 19 | Style: Judoka (Judo Yushi) | GRPL Experience: Debut
- Blue Corner: Luka | Age: 20 | Style: Judoka (Serbian Judoka in NL) | GRPL Experience: 2nd Match
The Match Breakdown
Stepping onto the tatami for your very first GRPL appearance is a monumental task, especially when facing an intensely focused and conditioned athlete like Luka, who has his eyes firmly set on the Grand Prix title. The opening moments feature a brief feeling-out process, but the pace violently shifts when Luka executes a heavy throw that immediately transitions into a rear-naked choke setup. This sets a punishing tone for the bout, with relentless takedowns seamlessly chaining into suffocating back control.
Realizing the need to force the action in the second round, Twan bravely attempts to initiate the offense by shooting for a takedown of his own. However, Luka’s technical grappling shines through as he swiftly counters the attempt, regaining top control and once again threatening the neck. The sheer volume of rear-naked choke traps makes it incredibly difficult for the debuting judoka to find breathing room, turning the match into a grueling test of defensive resilience against an overwhelming offensive machine.
Entering the third round, the intensity somehow manages to escalate even further. Instead of managing the pace, Luka pushes forward with a thunderous slam that instantly plants his opponent on the mat, rapidly locking up an arm-triangle choke position. Twan is forced to dig deep, constantly fighting off razor-sharp submission holds while trying to navigate the heavy top pressure.
This semi-final brilliantly showcases the brutal efficiency of transitioning from judo throws straight into clinical submission attacks, proving that relentless pressure is the ultimate weapon on the mat.
