In Olympic Wrestling matches, there are threeofficials: referee, judge, and mat chairmen. In order for a wrestler to beawarded points, there must be an agreement between the referee and the judge.In a case of a disagreement between the two, the chairmen steps in and settlesthe dispute (majority vote). For moreinformation on the role of the officials in Olympic Wrestling matches, go tothis websites: http://www.fuzilogik.com/Sports-Library/Wrestling/Wrestling-Rules.html and http://olympics.about.com/lw/Sports-Recreation/Amateur-sports/Olympic-Wrestling-Rules-and-Judging.htm.
Freestyle wrestling is an international Olympic sport. This style allows the use of the wrestler's or his
opponent's legs in offense and defense, and intended for both man and woman.
Greco-Roman is an international Olympic sport. In Greco-Roman style, it is forbidden to hold the
opponent below the belt, to make trips, and to actively use the legs in the
execution of any action.
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