Interesting Facts
Estima made history when he submitted seven people in a total of 5 minutes and 24 seconds at the 2003 Pan-American Championship.
Estima currently holds the most wins at the European Championship, with a total number of 5.
Estima won via helicopter armbar in under 45 seconds during the 2003 Brazil versus USA competition.
His nickname, Carcará, comes from a name of a bird around his hometown in northeast Brazil. In addition, he also used to wear a gi brand called Carcará, which has been discontinued.
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