Maca Rising to the Challenge | Road to The Crown 2025

After a breakout 2025 season, Maria “Maca” Vicentini steps onto one of the toughest stages in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu —The Crown 2025. Training out of Art of Jiu-Jitsu (AOJ) under Gui Mendes, Maca has transformed into one of the most exciting contenders in the super heavyweight division. With wins at Pans, Brasileiros, and standout performances across major events, she enters The Crown with momentum, confidence, and a clear mission. But standing at the top of the division is one of the most dominant athletes in modern Jiu-Jitsu: Gabrieli Pessanha. Maca has faced her once before in a razor-close match and that moment changed everything. Now she returns to The Crown prepared, evolved, and ready to show she belongs among the best. In this episode, Maca and Gui share: -How her 2025 season reshaped her confidence and game -What she learned from last year’s Crown debut -How she’s preparing for a division filled with world champions -Gui’s insight on attacking the challenge of competing against Gabi -The evolving trust and chemistry between athlete and professor -Why she feels ready to deliver her best performance yet 📺 Watch now and follow Maria “Maca” Vicentini through AOJ as she sharpens her guard, builds her top game, and prepares for her defining moment at The Crown 2025. 👑