Rules of Sport

Freestyle Wrestling Rules Engaged in a martial contest within the confines of an octagonal arena housing an inner circle, Freestyle Wrestling emerges as a pivotal athletic pursuit, sharing the Olympic stage with its counterpart, Greco-Roman Wrestling. In this particular form, competitors enjoy the liberty of seizing adversaries beneath the waist, deploying their lower limbs for both offensive and defensive maneuvers. This sport amalgamates facets from diverse disciplines such as sambo, judo, and traditional wrestling. Diverging from Greco-Roman Wrestling, Freestyle Wrestling sees participation from both genders on the Olympic platform. The competition unfolds across an array of weight classifications, spanning from light flyweight to super heavyweight. A recurring feature at the modern Olympic Games, Freestyle Wrestling has been absent only in 1896 and 1912. The United States stands as the preeminent powerhouse, boasting a staggering tally of 110 medals, eclipsing the Soviet Uni...