Metamoris 7: Garry Tonon vs Ralek Gracie

Metamoris is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu promotion, founded by Ralek Gracie, that organizes events in Los Angeles. The athletes compete in 20-minute, submission-only, gi or no-gi matches. There are no points awarded during the match and no winner unless there is a submission. Here are SI's best photos from Garry Tonon’s match against Ralek Gracie at Metamoris 7 on Sunday July 17, 2016.

SI Staff | Jul 18, 2016

Metamoris 7: Garry Tonon vs Ralek Gracie /

Metamoris 7: Garry Tonon vs Ralek Gracie

Garry Tonon sits on the mat before his match against Ralek Gracie at Metamoris 7 in Los Angeles.

Garry Tonon prepares for his match by testing the mat friction with his training partners.

Garry Tonon mentally prepares his game plan backstage just before the match.

The 20-minute submission-only grappling match begins between Ralek Gracie (right) and Garry Tonon.

Garry Tonon feels out the start of the match by attempting to jump guard, but Ralek Gracie (left) is able to defend.

The match continues for another 10 minutes with both opponents reversing positions.

Garry Tonon's coach, John Danaher (right) and training partner, Gordon Ryan look on as the match unfolds.

Ralek Gracie (left) and Garry Tonon separate during the match.

Garry Tonon (left) is the clear aggressor fighting for submission after submission.

Ralek Gracie (left) is able to defend many of Tonon’s most common attacks.

Garry Tonon and Ralek Gracie continue to grapple.

Jeff Glover and Mackenzie Dern commentate during the match.

Garry Tonon (right) attempts another straight ankle lock and rolls Ralek Gracie over.

Garry Tonon submits Ralek Gracie (left) with a very quick knee-bar which was transitioned from a solid toe hold.

Garry Tonon celebrates his victory for the crowd.

Garry Tonon and Ralek Gracie hug after the match.

Garry Tonon is signaled the winner in his match against Ralek Gracie.

Garry Tonon smiles after his victory as coach, John Danaher and training partner, Gordon Ryan look on.

Published Jul 18, 2016

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