Kennedy Maciel(ケネディ・マシエル)
Coach: Rubens 'Cobrinha' CharlesNationality: Brazil
Biography
Kennedy Maciel is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) black belt, a promotion awarded by his father – legendary grappler Rubens Charles (also known as Cobrinha). Widely regarded as one of the top competitors of his generation, Kennedy Maciel started making waves in this sport during his colored belt campaigns. A time when he earned world titles at both the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) and the United Arab Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF), two of BJJ’s most prestigious leagues.
Notable Achievements
- 2026ADCC Worlds 2026 Men's 66kg — 1stSource: grapplersnews.jp
- 2024IBJJF Pan Championship — 1stSource: bjjheroes.com
- 2024IBJJF European Championship — 1stSource: bjjheroes.com
- 2024ADCC Brazilian Trials — 1stSource: bjjheroes.com
- 2022IBJJF Brazilian Nationals — 2ndSource: bjjheroes.com
- 2020IBJJF Pan No-Gi Championship — 1stSource: bjjheroes.com
- 2019ADCC World Championship — 2ndSource: bjjheroes.com
- 2018IBJJF World No-Gi Championship — 1stSource: bjjheroes.com
