What is a D'Arce choke?

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The D'Arce choke (or Brabo choke) threads your arm under your opponent's neck and armpit, then connects to your other arm to squeeze. It is similar to an anaconda choke but with different arm positioning. Common when opponents turtle or shoot for takedowns. Named after Joe D'Arce who popularized it.

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