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Greco-Roman wrestling
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Greco-Roman, Graeco-Roman, or classic wrestling is a style of wrestling that is practiced worldwide. Greco-Roman wrestling was included in the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and has been part of e
A Greco-Roman wrestling match at the 2004 U.S. National Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas
A Greco-Roman wrestling match at the 2004 U.S. National Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas
Even on the mat, a Greco-Roman wrestler must still find ways to turn his opponent's shoulders to the mat for a fall without using the legs.
Even on the mat, a Greco-Roman wrestler must still find ways to turn his opponent's shoulders to the mat for a fall without using the legs.
Greco-Roman wrestling gold medal match taking place during the 2012 Summer Olympics
Greco-Roman wrestling gold medal match taking place during the 2012 Summer Olympics
Throws of grand amplitude, such as is seen here, can win entire periods, though bearing an extremely high risk of multiple injuries to both athletes.
Throws of grand amplitude, such as is seen here, can win entire periods, though bearing an extremely high risk of multiple injuries to both athletes. They require an all-out exertion of body strength and flexibility with inch-wise accuracy to execute safely, and a great deal of athleticism to get away unharmed.
Collegiate wrestling
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Collegiate wrestling, commonly referred to as folkstyle wrestling, is the form of wrestling practiced at the post-secondary level in the United States. This style of wrestling is also practiced at the
Collegiate wrestling, like freestyle wrestling, has its origins in catch wrestling but became distinctly American by the 20th century.
Collegiate wrestling, like freestyle wrestling, has its origins in catch wrestling but became distinctly American by the 20th century.
In collegiate wrestling, like scholastic wrestling, great emphasis is placed on one wrestler's control of the opponent on the mat, usually by controll
In collegiate wrestling, like scholastic wrestling, great emphasis is placed on one wrestler's control of the opponent on the mat, usually by controlling the opponent's legs or torso. When a wrestler gains control and maintains restraining power over an opponent, as seen here, they are said to be in the position of advantage.
Throws can be performed in collegiate wrestling, but there is not as much emphasis placed on them from a points perspective as in the international st
Throws can be performed in collegiate wrestling, but there is not as much emphasis placed on them from a points perspective as in the international styles.
A Navy vs Penn State wrestling match in 1949
A Navy vs Penn State wrestling match in 1949