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0:00 Introduction
0:23 Does Marcelo prefer gi or no gi?
1:40 Other potential opponents
2:45 Marcelo in the absolute division
4:48 Marcelo’s toughest opponent
6:25 Why is Marcelo returning?
9:30 ONE contract with ADCC, IBJJF, & CJI potential
10:39 Marcelo’s thoughts on leglocks
14:11 Has Marcelo added new things to his game?
16:14 Marcelo’s favorite modern competitors
18:28 Returning to training
19:44 Marcelo’s academy in Hawaii
24:03 Thanks & signing off

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