Vegan fighter takes European title

The German Champion has won the European grappling title to add to his multiple national titles.

11 October 2025

Max Urschl has won the national Championships several times, and now has taken on his peers in Europe.  As a Black Belt in Brazillian Jui Jitsu he is a world-leading competitor in grappling sports and took the European title.  Max is also an expert in Luta Livra, and has a black belt

He won his fights by submission.

Max turned vegan in late 2018 to avoid harming animals.

 “I am vegan for the animals” Max says. “I am against animal exploitation, so I am vegan.”

Now into his 40s, he still retains excellent health and fitness and competes against younger men

He says:“The only thing I regret is that I haven’t switched to a vegan lifestyle sooner.”