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Wrestling is one of the world’s oldest competitive sports, testing strength, technique, conditioning and strategy.
Men’s Greco-Roman
60 kg
67 kg
77 kg
87 kg
97 kg
130 kg
Men’s Freestyle
57 kg
65 kg
74 kg
86 kg
97 kg
125 kg
Men’s Greco-Roman
50 kg
53 kg
57 kg
62 kg
68 kg
76 kg
The sport’s Olympic history goes back thousands of years. Wrestling was part of the ancient Olympic Games in Greece and was included in the first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896. It remains a fixture of international competition and returns to the Olympic stage when the Games come to Los Angeles in 2028.
Wrestling is a one-on-one combat sport in which each athlete works to control and outmaneuver an opponent through takedowns, throws, turns, holds and other techniques. Wrestlers score points for these actions throughout the match; a pin, holding both of an opponent’s shoulders to the mat, ends the match immediately.
Olympic wrestling matches consist of two three-minute periods. Wrestlers need power and endurance along with balance, speed, technical skill and the ability to make split-second tactical decisions.
Freestyle vs. Greco-Roman Wrestling
Olympic wrestling features two styles: Freestyle and Greco-Roman.
Freestyle wrestling allows athletes to attack using both the upper and lower body. Wrestlers can attack an opponent’s legs, execute single- and double-leg takedowns and use their own legs in offense and defense. It’s a fast-moving style with many ways to score.
Greco-Roman wrestling prohibits holds below the waist. Wrestlers rely on upper-body attacks, including body locks, arm throws and other techniques to control, lift and throw an opponent. The restriction is why Greco-Roman competition is known for its powerful throws.
Olympic Wrestling Comes to Los Angeles
When the Olympic Games return to Los Angeles in 2028, wrestling brings together competitors from around the world for seven days of competition.
For Southern California’s wrestlers, coaches, clubs and fans, it’s also a chance to see the highest level of the sport close to home.
WrestleLA.com covers wrestling throughout Los Angeles and Southern California, from the local wrestling community to the Olympic stage at LA28.
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