Rules of Greco-Roman Wrestling

Objective

• Wrestle the opponent and win by either pin or points.
• Popular version worldwide, contested at the Olympic Games.

Match Details

• Two wrestlers of similar weight.
• Mat: 9m diameter rubber mat.
• Wrestlers wear red or blue.

Rules

• Only use torso and upper body to attack.
• No use of legs to attack or defend.

Winning by Pin

• Pin both shoulder blades to the floor for one second.
• Known as winning by fall or pin.

Winning by Points

• Takedown: Control opponent on the mat. Scores 2-5 points depending on type.
• Escape: From defensive position to neutral. Scores 1 point.
• Reversal: From bottom to top in defensive position. Scores 1 point.
• Exposure: Expose opponent’s back while in control. Scores 2 or 3 points.
• Penalty Points: Opponent scores for your illegal moves.

Match Structure

• Two periods of 3 minutes each.
• Must win 2 periods for victory.
• If tied, a third period determines the winner.

Additional Rules

• Caution: Illegal moves or lack of wrestling intent leads to caution or penalty.
• Out of Bounds: Stepping outside the circle gives opponent 1 point.
• Passivity: Not starting or wrestling leads to caution and point for opponent.
• Par Terre Position: Initiated after a caution, top wrestler has advantage.

Period Format

• Subdivided into 1-minute sub-periods.
• First minute: neutral position.
• After one minute: Par Terre position with higher scorer on top.

Technical Superiority

• 8-point advantage ends contest with technical superiority win.

Wins by Other Means

• Injury: Opponent wins if wrestler can't continue.
• Forfeit: Opponent wins if wrestler can't start.
• Disqualification: Three cautions or a ban.

Conclusion

• Understanding becomes clearer with experience.

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