The Reluctant Bloody Butcher is an ongoing photographic project that centres on Sasha Akvorbolib and the Bristol Arm Wrestling Team, which he established and continues to train. Given the nickname ‘The Bloody Butcher’ for his fast, aggressive arm-wrestling style, Sasha’s personality stands in stark contrast to his moniker. Humble, welcoming and hugely passionate about the sport, Sasha is clearly far more concerned with developing his own skills and those of his teammates than with pageantry or hyperbole.