Prof. Samuel Hertzog Canquerino made a strong statement at the Copa Elite 2, held at the Salisbury Center in Manassas, Virginia, claiming the event’s championship belt after a high-level, casada (super fight) bout against Thiago Thomaz, a representative of SAS Team.
The match was incredibly close, with Thiago pulling Samuel into his guard early on. However, Prof. Samuel kept the pressure from the top, constantly working to pass the guard. The fight was marked by a back-and-forth exchange of positions, and Samuel eventually managed to stabilize into half guard, showcasing his technical ability and resilience.
“The fight was very tough; Thiago is a great athlete, and every move counted. I knew I had to keep the pressure on and not give him any space. It was a very close match, but fortunately, the advantages went in my favor,” said Prof. Samuel after his win.
In the end, the match was decided by advantages, securing Samuel’s victory and earning him the coveted Copa Elite 2 belt. The event, which drew a large crowd, was a true celebration of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with intense and exciting matches, and the fight between Samuel and Thiago was one of the night’s biggest highlights.