judo match

Throwing sport competition

A judo match is a competitive bout between two judoka following the sport's rules—attempting throws, pins, and submissions to score points or achieve ippon (an immediate win).

Matches typically last a few minutes and take place on a padded mat: She won her first judo match by armbar in the semifinals.

Related
  • tatamiWoven rush floor mat
  • throwPropel by arm motion
  • grappleSeize and fight closely
  • giMartial arts uniform
  • beltStrap securing trousers

referee · pin · hold down · submission · choke · armbar · sensei · dojo · sweep · grip · bow · heavyweight · weight class · takedown · hold · mat · opponent · combatant

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Scheduled combat between pugilists

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formality of combat

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Outdoor physical altercation

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G