The fighter with Jiu-Jitsu broke her arm during a hold: how it happened.

Accident during Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions

According to The Sun: American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete Amanda Mazza was injured while attempting to execute a hold, resulting in a broken arm.

Mazza was attempting to execute a rear-naked choke, positioning herself behind Emily Hansen. However, when she tightened the hold, she broke her arm, leading to Hansen being declared the winner.

This incident made an impression on fans. One of them noted:

“Wow. Never seen that.”

Another added:

“Did not know that could happen.”

Another commentator wrote:

“New fear unlocked.”

And another fan remarked:

“Talk about a plot twist.”

After the incident, Mazza thanked her fans on Instagram, noting:

“Thank you everyone for the love & sweet messages. I’m still smiling & will be back & better.”

“That mat return though. Damn I felt good out there. So good I didn’t even feel my arm crack on her chin.”

The athlete shared a photo from the hospital, emphasizing that in this sport, victories are sometimes measured not just by points. She wrote:

“I controlled the match and pushed myself to get the finish, but in the battle my forearm broke with torque of the choke against her chin.”

“It’s not the outcome I imagined. To say I’m heartbroken is an understatement.. but I’m so grateful ALL the love & support and sweet messages you guys.”

“The journey definitely doesn’t stop here, this is just the beginning of a stronger, hungrier version of me. The comeback will be beautiful.”

Mazza smiled in a selfie from her hospital bed.

This incident has sparked lively discussions in the sports community. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, like any contact sport, can be dangerous, and Amanda's case underscored the importance of safety measures in such competitions. Despite her injury, the athlete has already declared her intentions to return to the mat, demonstrating a strong spirit and dedication to her passion.