Martial Arts · Pembroke
Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn Edition 2026
Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn Edition 2026
📅 Date: 10 October 2026📍 Location: Pembroke, Malta / Judo Hall Pembroke,
Welcome to Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn Edition 2026, an international Submission Only Gi Tournamentbringing together competitors from across Europe for a day of exciting submission-focused competition.
The event is open to athletes of all ages and experience levels, from Kids (5–7 years) to Adults and Masters, providing a professional, safe, and well-organised tournament environment.
Event Schedule
Friday – 9 October 2026
Official Weigh-in
- 19:00 – 21:00
Saturday – 10 October 2026
Official Weigh-in
- 07:00 – 09:00
Referee & Coaches Meeting
- 09:30
Competition Starts
- 10:00
Competition Format
- Submission Only Rules
- Gi Tournament Only
- Single Elimination Brackets
- Kids, Juniors, Adults & Masters
- Beginner, Intermediate & Pro Divisions
- Adult & Masters Absolute Divisions
- International Referees
- Professional Tournament Management
Skill Divisions
Beginner
Up to 2 years of training
Intermediate
2–5 years of training
Pro
More than 5 years of training
For Gi divisions:
- Beginner – White Belt
- Intermediate – Blue & Purple Belt
- Pro – Brown & Black Belt
The organiser reserves the right to move an athlete to a higher division if their competitive experience significantly exceeds the declared level.
Age Divisions
Kids
- 5–7 years
- 7–10 years
- 11–14 years
Juniors
- 15–17 years
Adults
- 18+
Masters
- Masters 1 (+35)
- Masters 2 (+40)
- Masters 3 (+45)
- Masters 4 (+50)
Match Format
All matches are contested under Submission Only rules.
There are no points during regulation time.
If no submission is achieved, the match proceeds to overtime, where points may be awarded for effective offensive actions. If necessary, the winner is determined by overtime points, submission attempts, activity, and overall control.
Weigh-ins
Official weigh-ins are available:
Friday, 9 October 2026
- 19:00 – 21:00
or
Saturday, 10 October 2026
- 07:00 – 09:00
No weight allowance is permitted.
Prize Money
Pro Absolute (Men)
🥇 €500
🥈 €200
🥉 €100
Pro Absolute (Women)
🥇 €500
🥈 €200
🥉 €100
Important
Cash prizes will only be awarded if the respective Pro Absolute division has a minimum of eight (8) competitors who are officially registered, successfully complete the weigh-in, and compete in that specific Absolute bracket.
If fewer than 8 competitors compete in a Pro Absolute division:
- The Absolute division will still take place.
- Medals will still be awarded.
- No cash prizes will be paid.
This rule applies independently to each Men's and Women's Pro Absolute division.
Best Team Award
🏆 €500
Team points:
- 🥇 Gold Medal – 5 points
- 🥈 Silver Medal – 3 points
- 🥉 Bronze Medal – 1 point
Only divisions in which the athlete has completed at least one official match are counted towards the Best Team classification.
Fastest Submission Award
🏆 €100
Awarded to the athlete who records the fastest submission of the tournament.
Why Compete?
- International competition in Malta
- Submission Only ruleset
- Gi Only
- Professional referees
- Cash prizes
- Best Team Award
- Fastest Submission Award
- Great atmosphere
- Competitors from multiple countries
We look forward to welcoming you to Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn Edition 2026. See you on the mats!
Sport
Martial Arts
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Location
Pembroke, Malta, 
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Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn 2026 is a martial arts event in Pembroke, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Find all the practical details — location, schedule and prices — directly on this page.
Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn 2026 takes place at Pembroke, Malta, Pembroke. You will find its exact location and links to Google Maps and Waze further down this page.
Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn 2026 takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Check the exact schedule with the organiser, as times may vary by category or format.
Ground Game Cup Malta Autumn 2026 is free to enter, with no participation fee expected. This information may change, so check it with the organiser.
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