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Leonardo Santos
"Leozinho"
Black Belt 5° Degree
Nova União — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
September 12, 1979
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Leo "Leozinho" Santos is a 5th degree black belt under André Pederneiras and one of Nova União's most accomplished competitors. A five-time IBJJF World Champion and two-time ADCC World Champion, Leozinho was one of the most dominant lightweight grapplers of his era — known for a well-rounded game combining aggressive guard passing with a dangerous guard of his own. He also competed in the UFC as a lightweight, demonstrating the effectiveness of his Nova União BJJ in MMA.
Notable Achievements
5x IBJJF World Champion. 2x ADCC World Champion. UFC lightweight competitor. One of the most complete fighters in Nova União history.
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