Wrestling is often categorized as one of the martial arts. It is one of the oldest types of sport, it's origins going back thousands of years; it was one of the most highly regarded sports an the anthic Olympics. There are two styles performed: Freestyle and Greco-Roman. Freestyle and Greco-Roman differ in what holds are permitted; in Greco-Roman style, the wrestlers are permitted to hold only above the waist. Women only compete in Freestyle. The Fédération Internationale de Lutte Amateur was founded in 1912. For more info see Wikipedia.
Olympic Games:
| |
| |
|
| World Championships:
|
| European Championships:
|
| Pan American Games:
|
| Asian Games:
|
| Commonwealth Games:
|
| Universiade:
|
| Defunct Events:
|
|
|