90's Vintage Style "Pete the Greek - Wristlock the World" T-Shirt

• Please note that this vintage shirt is acid washed and woven in heavy 260g of cotton; it's also meticulously handcrafted. Kindly allow 5-7 business days for your order to be prepared and shipped.  While this may occasionally require a bit more patience depending on the item, rest assured that the wait is always well worth it!

Meet the "Pete the Greek - Wristlock the World" Vintage Tee: A Grappler's Homage to the Past!

Time travel back to the rad '90s with our "Pete the Greek - Wristlock the World" Vintage T-Shirt. This tee oozes all the iconic vibes of that legendary decade – think acid-washed style and heavyweight 260g cotton for that oh-so-authentic vintage flair. But hey, it's not just about nostalgia; it's a shoutout to the Jiu Jitsu legend himself, Pete the Greek, the Wristlock Maestro, and his quest to "Wristlock the World." It's a piece of the past with a dash of martial arts mystique.

Key Features:

• Retro Acid Wash: The acid wash treatment gives the shirt that distinctive, worn-in appearance reminiscent of the 90s fashion.
• Heavyweight Cotton: Made from a substantial 260g of cotton, this shirt is not only durable but also feels substantial and authentic, just like the vintage tees from back in the day.

• Vintage Logo or Graphics: Featuring retro designs, logos, or graphics that capture the essence of the 90s era, adding an extra touch of nostalgia.

• Relaxed Fit: Note: the shirt is larger than the modern fit; designed for comfort, it has that classic, loose, and relaxed fit that was a signature style of 90s t-shirts.

BIO

Pete The Greek Letsos, born on December 31, 1979, in Chicago, USA, discovered Jiu-Jitsu after being inspired by early UFC events and Royce Gracie's dominance. He began training at Carlson Gracie Junior's academy in 1996/97, which had a rich lineage in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

In 2002, Letsos traveled to Brazil to train at the headquarters but arrived during a challenging period when many black belts had left to form Brazilian Top Team (BTT). He trained with BTT's MMA team, alongside notable fighters like Jorge "Navalhada" and Gesias "JZ" Cavalcante. During his time in Rio de Janeiro, he also had private lessons with Cassio Cardoso.

What was intended to be a three-week journey extended to four years, during which Letsos trained with some of the best competitors of the 1990s and 2000s, including the renowned Gracie Barra team. His guard passing skills earned him a place on the Gracie Barra Team at the Brazilian National Teams tournament when he was a purple belt in 2002.

Letsos faced financial challenges but continued his Jiu-Jitsu journey, living at Osvaldo Alves's gym and later staying with Andre Galvão in São Paulo while training with Terere at the "TT" academy.

He returned to Chicago, where he earned his brown belt from Carlson Gracie Jr. He also spent time training with world champion and MMA fighter BJ Penn in Hawaii. In 2006, Pete the Greek Letsos received his black belt from Carlson Junior, and a year later, he established his own academy called Rio Jiu Jitsu.

Main Achievements:

• Gracie Invitational Champion (2001 weight & absolute purple)
• Sao Paulo State Trials Champion (2002 purple)
• Relson Gracie Open Champion (2003 purple)
• Pan American 3rd Place (1999 & 2000 blue, 2003 absolute purple)
• Copa Atlantica 3rd Place (2003 purple)