Kaynan Duarte is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu expert who now lives and trains in the United States. He's become a big name in the sport because of his amazing winning streak.

Duarte has won countless gold medals in top-level Jiu-Jitsu competitions, both with and without the traditional uniform. His incredible record of 102 wins and only 12 losses speaks for itself.

Biography

Kaynan Duarte, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu star, started his martial arts journey with Judo but quickly switched to Jiu-Jitsu. He trained under local coaches before joining the world-renowned Atos Jiu-Jitsu academy under the guidance of legend Andre Galvao.

Duarte's career skyrocketed under Galvao's mentorship. He won multiple gold medals in top-level competitions, including a remarkable double gold at the ADCC as a black belt. This solidified his status as one of the greatest grapplers of his generation.

How Old is Kaynan Duarte?

As of writing, Kaynan Duarte is 26 years old.

What is his Weight Class?

He is competing in the -99kg division.

What is his Belt Rank?

Kaynan Duarte holds a black belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.

Team or Affiliation

Atos JJ

Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won

• 1st Place ADCC (2019 / 2022)
• 1st Place IBJJF World Championship (*** / 2021 / 2022)
• 1st Place IBJJF Pans Championship (2019)
• 1st Place IBJJF Pans Championship No-Gi (2020**)
• 1st Place IBJJF European Open (2022**)
• 1st Place UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro (2019)
• 1st Place Kasai Pro 5 Grand Prix (2019)
• 1st Place Spyder Invitational GP (2019)
• 1st Place Third Coast Grappling 6 GP (2021)
• 1st Place UAEJJF Grand Slam, RJ (2018)
• 2nd Place Copa Podio Grand Prix (2018)
• 2nd Place UAEJJF King Of Mats, MSK (2019)
• 2nd Place IBJJF World Championship (2023)
• 2nd Place IBJJF Pans Championship No-Gi (2018*)
• 2nd Place WNO Championship (2021)
• 3rd Place IBJJF Pans Championship No-Gi (2018)
• 3rd Place IBJJF World Championship (2021* / 2023*)
• 3rd Place IBJJF European Open (2019*)

Noteworthy Matches

 Kaynan Duarte vs Owen Livesey

Kaynan Duarte vs Gutemberg Pereira

Popular Submissions and Moves

• Choke from Back
• Armbar

Find Kaynan Duarte on Instagram @kaynanduarte