The Battle Championship 9: Broken Bones
The Battle Championship 9: Broken Bones lit up the Pabellón Juan Beltrán Sierra in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain. This first-of-its-kind event in the Canary Islands united elite athletes from eight combat disciplines. As a result, Spanish MMA witnessed the birth of a new chapter in its history.
Telde’s Champion: Juan “Juanma” Manuel Suárez
Representing Taz Jinámar of Telde, Spain, Juan “Juanma” Manuel Suárez—fighting out of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands—headlined the night. He delivered a dominant TKO victory over Hyram Rosendo in Round 4. Consequently, the veteran welterweight improved his professional record to 32-12-0 and solidified his status as the #5 ranked Pro Welterweight in Spain, according to Tapology.
Suárez’s legacy spans more than two decades. During this time, he has collected wins over top international talent. For example, he recently earned submission victories against Alexey Logvinenko and Stanislav Shaboltas. With finishes by brabo choke, rear-naked choke, and TKO, Suárez has proven himself a dynamic finisher. In addition, his global experience includes fights under Ares FC, Cage Warriors, M-1 Global, and AFL banners.
Eight Disciplines, One Explosive Event
The Broken Bones Championship showcased Sambo, Kick Boxing, Karate, Boxing, Street Fighter, Bare Knuckle, Pancrase, and Luta Livre. Ultimately, the absolute title went to Ruslan Bolkvadze of Georgia, a skilled Pancrase specialist.
Giovanni Suárez Emerges
Adding to Telde’s glory, Giovanni Suárez captured the grappling win. He secured a clean guillotine choke over José Tamayo. Therefore, the rising athlete signaled a generational shift in Spanish talent.
Local Government Applauds
Telde’s Councilor for Sports, Cristhian Santana Caballero, praised the athletes: “Juanma and Giovanni are examples of dedication, and they inspire our youth. We’re proud and committed to supporting them.”
Organized for Greatness
The event was backed by CD Taurus, the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, and the Instituto Municipal de Deportes. In conclusion, The Battle Championship 9 is more than a tournament—it is a milestone in Spanish martial arts history.
