Any kind of wrestling, is part of martial arts culture and is the most popular sport, where everyone chooses to punch their opponent in the face or put them on their head.
Greco-Roman wrestling is one of the most interesting sports. The aim of wrestling is to put your opponent on his or her back.
History of wrestling
Greco-Roman wrestling originated in Greece, according to the drawings on the vases. It is also known that wrestling was added to the Olympics after athletics. Not only natives of the common people, but also the greatest thinkers were dedicated to this sport. Greco-Roman wrestling played a prominent role in the development of any ancient Greek.
But history has dubbed Greco-Roman wrestling “French”. Why? This is because a peculiar set of rules emerged in France. They were so clearly formed that the very name of the duel was kept until 1948. Then the old name was returned to it.
The first wrestling championship was held in Vienna, in 1898.
Rules of the wrestling
The standard time allocated to a bout is three minutes, so twice a game. Between the first and second bout an athlete rests for half a minute.
Victory goes to whoever knocks him down on his shoulder blades on the tush (wrestling mat).
In case of a tie, time is given to determine the stronger wrestler.
Points can be awarded for either victory or infringements.
What is forbidden?
- Grabbing the opponent’s neck with both hands.
- Punching the opponent.
- Smearing the body with something slippery.
- Talking to your opponent.
- Challenging the referee’s decision.
About the place, conditions and form of the fight
Touchette is a square mattress, which is covered with vinyl. Side length is 12m, and the mat is up to four centimetres thick and more.
The bout is staged on a circle called the “competition area”. The big circle has a diameter of nearly 9 metres, and inside the red one is smaller, 1 metre in diameter. The “passive area”, is a red circle with a diameter of 11m, circled around the “competition area”.
Before starting the bout, the referee shall check:
- The legs of the wrestlers shall be shaved or trimmed short.
- The hair on the head shall be cut short or put away from the face.
- Facial stubble is not allowed, only an already grown beard is allowed.
- Level of perspiration. The wrestler must not be sweaty.
Uniform requirements:
- Wrestlers’ uniforms are of different colours – one red, the other blue, and must be of uniform tone. All according to the FILA pattern.
- The lot decides who gets which uniform.
- Socks and socks must be of good quality and not allow feet to get sweaty.
- Wrestlers’ headgear is made according to the FILA pattern, without rigid parts.
- Handkerchiefs are no longer commonly used, but can be used to wipe sweat or blood
Conclusion
Greco-Roman wrestling is a sport approved as an Olympic sport. It suits hardy and strong people from all walks of life. It has been around for centuries and remains a highly popular sport even in the modern age. Wrestling develops strength of body and mind, which means it is suitable even for children, but only for those who are capable of understanding the rules.