Vinícius Ferreira Gazola, nicknamed "Trator" (Tractor), is a top-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. He learned from famous jiu-jitsu teachers, Fábio Gurgel and Michael Langhi, and is a key member of the Alliance Academy team.
Known as one of the best fighters of his time, Vinícius has won many important competitions, including world championships both with and without the jiu-jitsu uniform.
Biography
Vinícius Ferreira, a Brazilian born in 1997, started boxing at 12 to lose weight. He later added jiu-jitsu to his training and quickly fell in love with competition. After years of winning, he almost quit due to lack of professional opportunities. Luckily, he got a scholarship from a famous jiu-jitsu academy and continued his journey.
Through hard work and dedication, Vinícius became a black belt at just 21 years old. His story is an inspiration to many who dream of turning their passions into a successful career.
How Old is Vinicius?
As of writing, Vinicius is 27 years old.
What is his Weight Class?
He is competing in the -99kg division.
What is his Belt Rank?
Vinicius holds a black belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.
Team or Affiliation
Alliance
Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won
- 1st Place IBJJF Pan Championship NoGi (2019)
- 1st Place CBJJ Brazilian Nationals (2019)
- 1st Place CBJJ Brazilian No-Gi Nationals (2018)
- 1st Place CBJJ South Brazilian Championship (2019**)
- 1st Place IBJJF São Paulo Open (2018**)
- 2nd Place ADCC World Championship (2019)
- 2nd Place IBJJF European Open (2022)
- 2nd Place ADCC São Paulo Brazilian Trials (2017)
- 2nd Place Washington DC Open (2019)
- 2nd Place Kasai Trials/Elite Grappling (2019)
- 3rd Place World Championship (2019)
- 3rd Place IBJJF Pan Championship (2022)
Noteworthy Matches
Vinicius Ferreira vs Mahamed Aly
Vinicius Ferreira vs Patrick Gaudio
Popular Submissions and Moves
- Pressure Passing
- X-Guard
Find Vinicius on Instagram @viniciustrator_bjj
