In this episode of What’s the 411?, we sit down with Winston Hong — Australia’s most well-known Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu referee and the man behind Ace Academy BJJ in Leichhardt. Winston shares what it’s really like to officiate at some of the country’s biggest competitions, the challenges of staying sharp and fair in a fast-growing sport, and his perspective on how BJJ is evolving across Australia.

We also dive into his journey from the mats to the referee’s chair, what inspired him to open his own gym, and his vision for building the next generation of grapplers.

Whether you’re a competitor, coach, or fan of the sport, this episode gives you an inside look at the side of BJJ most people never see.