“"Gordinho" because he is "Gordo's" younger brother. Gordinho mean's little Gordo.”
Team
Gordo Evolve
Biography
Rafael Correa de Lima, commonly known as Rafael "Gordinho" is a former Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world champion and one of the main figures in competitive BJJ at the turn of the 20th century. Rafael Correa is also the brother of another iconic figure of the sport, Roberto "Gordo" Correa who is often regarded as the creator of the half guard. "Gordinho" has traveled the world also as a coach, opening academies and being an ambassador of the sport in Asia and the US.