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Published on September 2, 2025
Duration: 0:13

This video captures a controversial disqualification of John 'Shrek' McPhee at the 2023 IBJJF World Master Championship in Las Vegas. The footage shows McPhee lifting his opponent, Antonio Irivan de Souza Filho, and bringing him down, leading to an immediate DQ call likely for an illegal slam. The video highlights the strictness of IBJJF rules regarding slams in competition.

Quick Summary

John McPhee was disqualified at the 2023 IBJJF World Master Championship for an apparent illegal slam. The referee immediately stopped the match after McPhee lifted his opponent, Antonio Irivan de Souza Filho, completely off the mat and brought him down.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Jiu-Jitsu Match Action & DQ Ruling
  2. 00:05Referee Disqualifies McPhee

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was John McPhee disqualified at the IBJJF World Master Championship?

John McPhee was disqualified likely for performing an illegal slam. The footage shows him lifting his opponent, Antonio Irivan de Souza Filho, completely off the mat and bringing him down, which is a violation of IBJJF rules.

What does 'DQ' mean in Jiu-Jitsu competition?

DQ stands for Disqualification. In Jiu-Jitsu, a disqualification means a competitor has violated the rules to such an extent that they are removed from the match and the competition, often resulting in a loss.

What are IBJJF rules regarding slams in Jiu-Jitsu?

IBJJF rules generally prohibit slams, especially those that bring an opponent down with excessive force or danger. Lifting an opponent completely off the mat and slamming them is typically grounds for immediate disqualification.

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