Felipe Costa is a former professional jiu-jitsu competitor, and one of his generation's main figures in the roosterweight division, who conquered world titles in all three (3) major federations in the sport (IBJJF, UAEJJF, and CBJJO). A black belt under Rodrigo Medeiros "Comprido", Costa was most recognized for reaching the pinnacle of the sport as a black belt without having had much success at the highest level during his past colored belt career.