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Greco-Roman wrestling |
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Greco-Roman wrestlingStyle of wrestling that prohibits the legs from being used to obtain a fall and in which no holds may be taken below the waist. It originated in France in the early 19th century in imitation of Classical Greek and Roman representations of the sport. It eventually came to be favoured by most other countries and was, until the acceptance of freestyle wrestling in the late 20th century, the style practiced exclusively in Olympic and international amateur competition. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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He's done track, swimming, and Greco Roman wrestling at annual police and fire games. Photo: Rulon Gardner, who ended the 13-year undefeated streak of Russia's Alexander Karelin to win the gold medal in Greco Roman wrestling, carried the U. After getting himself back into shape by competing in small tournaments sponsored by the Tri-County Wrestling Association, Smithson surprised himself and a few others by winning the California Greco Roman Wrestling Title in 1996. |
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