Wrestling
WHAT IS WRESTLING?
Wrestling is the act of physical engagement between two
unarmed persons, in which each wrestler strives to get
an advantage over or control of their opponent.
Physical techniques which embody the style of wrestling
are clinching, holding, locking, and leverage. Avoiding
techniques likely to lead to serious injury, wrestling
has aspects of ritual fighting, but its basic principles
are closely related to those of military hand-to-hand
combat or self-defence systems. Many styles of wrestling
are known all over the world and have long histories,
and sport wrestling (particularly amateur wrestling) has
been an Olympic sport for over 100 years.  Wrestling
disciplines defined by FILA, are broken down into two
categories; International wrestling disciplines and
folk wrestling disciplines, specific for each culture
or country.
Currently, there are five international wrestling disciplines
acknowledged throughout the world.
They are Greco-Roman Wrestling, Freestyle
Wrestling, Grappling,
Beach wrestling and Sambo.
Professional wrestling, being a sport simulation, is
a combination of wrestling and performing art, where
the outcome of a match is scripted.
Organization
International Federation of Associated Wrestling Styles
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