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Ivan Ortega, white-belt competitor, grabs hold of his opponent’s gi as he defends himself against a mount during the 4th annual Chugoku-Shikoku Jujitsu Championship at the Hiroshima Minami Ward Sports Center, June 6. The gi is an important aspect in Jujitsu, allowing competitors to execute moves and use it in ways such as wrapping the gi around the arm or using it to pull them down.
100606-M-3740P-023.jpg Photo By: Lance Cpl. Jennifer Pirante

Jun 6, 2010
Ivan Ortega, white-belt competitor, grabs hold of his opponent’s gi as he defends himself against a mount during the 4th annual Chugoku-Shikoku Jujitsu Championship at the Hiroshima Minami Ward Sports Center, June 6. The gi is an important aspect in Jujitsu, allowing competitors to execute moves and use it in ways such as wrapping the gi around the arm or using it to pull them down.


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