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<h2 style="text-align: center">A brief introduction to Paris Olympics 2024</h2>
In 2024, the world's attention will turn to Paris as the iconic city is going to host the prestigious Olympic Games. The Paris Olympics 2024 mark a significant moment, as the Games return to the French capital for the first time in a century. With a legacy dating back to the 1900 and 1924 Olympics, Paris proudly continues its tradition of welcoming athletes and spectators worldwide.Â 

Renowned for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and passion for sport, the stage of Paris is all set for an unforgettable celebration of athleticism and unity. As the curtains will very soon open for the Paris Olympics 2024, it is predicted that these games will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all.Â 
<h2 style="text-align: center">When are the Olympic Games and who all will be there?</h2>
The Paris Olympics 2024 dates are scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The event will draw billions of worldwide viewers, with approximately 350,000 hours of TV broadcast coverage. Millions of spectators are anticipated to attend various events across the 41 venues in Paris.

Around 10,500 athletes from all over the world will participate in various sports and events during the games. The French team is automatically qualified as the host country. But, other teams have to win the world championship, their confederation's tournament, or be among the top 17 in the Olympic Ranking List for the Paris Olympics 2024 qualification.Â 

Additionally, approximately 20,000 accredited journalists will be covering the event, providing global updates and insights to audiences. Volunteers, numbering around 31,500, will assist in various capacities to ensure the smooth running of the games. Moreover, the Athletes' Village will serve over 600,000 meals daily to athletes, coaches, staff, and officials during the event.
<h2 style="text-align: center">What are the major events?</h2>
According to the Paris Olympics 2024 schedule, it will feature 329 medal events across 32 sports.

This year, as a brand new attraction, these games will include one brand new sport: breaking. Other than these, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will be back at the Olympics after debuting at the Tokyo Olympics.

Here is a breakdown of each sportâ€™s name and medal events:
<ul>
 	<li>Aquatics</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 49 (35 swimming, 2 artistic swimming, 2 marathon swimming, 8 diving, 2 water polo)
<ul>
 	<li>Archery</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Athletics</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 48
<ul>
 	<li>Badminton</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Basketball</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4
<ul>
 	<li>Boxing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 13
<ul>
 	<li>Breaking</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Canoeing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 16 (10 sprint, 6 slaloms)
<ul>
 	<li>Cycling</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 22 (12 track, 4 road, 2 BMX racing, 2 BMX freestyle, 2 mountain biking)
<ul>
 	<li>Equestrian</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 6 (2 dressage, 2 eventing, 2 jumping)
<ul>
 	<li>Fencing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 12
<ul>
 	<li>Field hockey</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Golf</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Gymnastics</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 18 (14 artistic gymnastics, 2 rhythmic gymnastics, 2 trampoline)
<ul>
 	<li>Handball</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Judo</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 15
<ul>
 	<li>Modern pentathlon</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Rowing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 14
<ul>
 	<li>Rugby</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Sailing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 10
<ul>
 	<li>Shooting</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 15
<ul>
 	<li>Skateboarding</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4
<ul>
 	<li>Soccer</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Sport climbing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4
<ul>
 	<li>Surfing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Table tennis</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Taekwondo</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 8
<ul>
 	<li>Tennis</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Triathlon</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 3
<ul>
 	<li>Volleyball</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4 (2 volleyball, 2 beach volleyball)
<ul>
 	<li>Weightlifting</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 10
<ul>
 	<li>Wrestling</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 18 (12 freestyle wrestling, 6 Greco-Roman)
<h2 style="text-align: center">Where will be the major events held?</h2>
The Games will shine around the capital. It will be held from Les Yvelines to Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, and Seine-Saint-Denis. There will be 15 Olympic venues in central Paris. Also, the marathon swimming, triathlon, and para-triathlon events will take place in the capital's Seine River.
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">The Stade de France will be the venue for the main athletic events. Six regional cities will stage for the Paris Olympics 2024 football matches.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">Marseille, on the Mediterranean coast. This place will host the sailing game.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">And, the surfing will occur in Teahupo'o, in Tahiti. This is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific.</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Paris Olympics 2024 brings something new!</h2>
Like the previous years, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will not be an exception. The game will include a number of new elements. However, this year, the inclusion of breaking as an official sport at the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a significant moment in recognizing urban dance culture within the global sports community.Â 

Breaking, originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, has evolved into a highly skilled and respected art form, embodying athleticism, creativity, and cultural expression.

However, the decision to include Breaking in the Paris 2024 Olympics underscores the evolving nature of the Olympic Games, embracing new forms of athleticism and cultural significance. As Breaking athletes, known as B-Boys and B-Girls, prepare to showcase their talent on the world stage, the event promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy and creativity.

With La Concorde set as the backdrop for the Breaking competition, spectators can anticipate an electrifying atmosphere as competitors engage in intense 1v1 battles to the rhythm of random beats curated by a DJ. This fusion of music, movement, and competition embodies the spirit of Breaking, celebrating its roots in hip-hop culture while embracing its evolution as a recognized sport.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Paris Olympics 2024 logo</h2>
The Paris Olympics 2024 logo is composed of five indivisible elements. These elements also reflect our ideal actions and show who we are. However, for the first time in history, the Olympics and Paralympics will use the same emblem as logos.Â 

The Paris Olympics 2024 symbol is a combination of three separate elements: the gold medal, the flame, and Marianne (the female figure representing the French Republic).Â 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Paris Olympic 2024 Mascot</h2>
The Paris 2024 Olympic mascot is named "Olympic Phryg," inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution. It represents allegorical figures of the French Republic, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and also fraternity. The choice of the mascot reflects the spirit of the Olympic Games and the cultural significance of France. However, this year a pair named "Les Phryges" will represent the Olympics as mascots.Â 
<h2 style="text-align: center">What to expect from the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony</h2>
The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be unique and memorable. The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular floating parade along the Seine River. Athletes representing 200 countries will board 100 boats for a 3.7-mile journey. This parade will offer a visually stunning and symbolic start to the Olympic Games.

The parade route will wind past significant landmarks in Paris, including the National Library and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The floating parade symbolizes unity and cooperation among nations as they celebrate the Olympic spirit.Â 

After the river parade, athletes will gather in a stadium in the Trocadero park to light the Olympic Flame.Â 

Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be a grand and innovative spectacle. It will be a momentous occasion that captures the world's attention and sets the stage for an unforgettable Olympic Games.
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to get tickets for Paris Olympics 2024Â Â </h2>
Paris Olympics 2024 tickets are on sale to everyone worldwide. However, they are sold on a "first come, first served" basis. Anyone can buy the tickets through the official Paris 2024 website. Many sessions are already sold out, as people are crazy to be part of this prestigious Olympics and want to see their admiring champions competing.Â 

But there is nothing to worry about. New batches of tickets are regularly added so everyone can get the chance. However, the prices start at 24 euros (Â£21) for the Olympic events and 15 euros (Â£13) for the Paralympic games.Â 
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics</h2>
Though the Paris Olympics will go from July 26-Aug to 11, 2024, but the Opening Ceremony for the games will take place on July 26. There will be various events such as handball, rugby, soccer, and archery starting on July 24 and 25.

NBC and Peacock will broadcast live Olympic events, including finals in track, field, swimming, and gymnastics, both morning and afternoon. NBC will provide nine hours of daily daytime coverage. Also, there will be an enhanced three-hour primetime show in every night during the games. These will feature behind-the-scenes access, new technology, and athlete insights.

Also, Peacock will stream all sports and events live during the Summer Olympics, a first for the streaming service, alongside GOLF Channel, USA Network, Telemundo, CNBC, E!, and Universo.

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A brief introduction to Paris Olympics 2024 In 2024, the world&#8217;s attention will turn to Paris as the iconic city is going to host the prestigious Olympic Games. The Paris Olympics 2024 mark a significant moment, as the Games return to the French capital for the first time in a century. With a legacy dating back to the 1900 and 1924 Olympics, Paris proudly continues its tradition of welcoming athletes and spectators worldwide.Â  Renowned for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and passion for sport, the stage of Paris is all set for an unforgettable celebration of athleticism and unity. As the curtains will very soon open for the Paris Olympics 2024, it is predicted that these games will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all.Â  When are the Olympic Games and who all will be there? The Paris Olympics 2024 dates are scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The event will draw billions of worldwide viewers, with approximately 350,000 hours of TV broadcast coverage. Millions of spectators are anticipated to attend various events across the 41 venues in Paris. Around 10,500 athletes from all over the world will participate in various sports and events during the games. The French team is automatically qualified as the host country. But, other teams have to win the world championship, their confederation&#8217;s tournament, or be among the top 17 in the Olympic Ranking List for the Paris Olympics 2024 qualification.Â  Additionally, approximately 20,000 accredited journalists will be covering the event, providing global updates and insights to audiences. Volunteers, numbering around 31,500, will assist in various capacities to ensure the smooth running of the games. Moreover, the Athletes&#8217; Village will serve over 600,000 meals daily to athletes, coaches, staff, and officials during the event. What are the major events? According to the Paris Olympics 2024 schedule, it will feature 329 medal events across 32 sports. This year, as a brand new attraction, these games will include one brand new sport: breaking. Other than these, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will be back at the Olympics after debuting at the Tokyo Olympics. Here is a breakdown of each sportâ€™s name and medal events: Aquatics Medal events: 49 (35 swimming, 2 artistic swimming, 2 marathon swimming, 8 diving, 2 water polo) Archery Medal events: 5 Athletics Medal events: 48 Badminton Medal events: 5 Basketball Medal events: 4 Boxing Medal events: 13 Breaking Medal events: 2 Canoeing Medal events: 16 (10 sprint, 6 slaloms) Cycling Medal events: 22 (12 track, 4 road, 2 BMX racing, 2 BMX freestyle, 2 mountain biking) Equestrian Medal events: 6 (2 dressage, 2 eventing, 2 jumping) Fencing Medal events: 12 Field hockey Medal events: 2 Golf Medal events: 2 Gymnastics Medal events: 18 (14 artistic gymnastics, 2 rhythmic gymnastics, 2 trampoline) Handball Medal events: 2 Judo Medal events: 15 Modern pentathlon Medal events: 2 Rowing Medal events: 14 Rugby Medal events: 2 Sailing Medal events: 10 Shooting Medal events: 15 Skateboarding Medal events: 4 Soccer Medal events: 2 Sport climbing Medal events: 4 Surfing Medal events: 2 Table tennis Medal events: 5 Taekwondo Medal events: 8 Tennis Medal events: 5 Triathlon Medal events: 3 Volleyball Medal events: 4 (2 volleyball, 2 beach volleyball) Weightlifting Medal events: 10 Wrestling Medal events: 18 (12 freestyle wrestling, 6 Greco-Roman) Where will be the major events held? The Games will shine around the capital. It will be held from Les Yvelines to Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, and Seine-Saint-Denis. There will be 15 Olympic venues in central Paris. Also, the marathon swimming, triathlon, and para-triathlon events will take place in the capital&#8217;s Seine River. The Stade de France will be the venue for the main athletic events. Six regional cities will stage for the Paris Olympics 2024 football matches.  Marseille, on the Mediterranean coast. This place will host the sailing game.  And, the surfing will occur in Teahupo&#8217;o, in Tahiti. This is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific. Paris Olympics 2024 brings something new! Like the previous years, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will not be an exception. The game will include a number of new elements. However, this year, the inclusion of breaking as an official sport at the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a significant moment in recognizing urban dance culture within the global sports community.Â  Breaking, originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, has evolved into a highly skilled and respected art form, embodying athleticism, creativity, and cultural expression. However, the decision to include Breaking in the Paris 2024 Olympics underscores the evolving nature of the Olympic Games, embracing new forms of athleticism and cultural significance. As Breaking athletes, known as B-Boys and B-Girls, prepare to showcase their talent on the world stage, the event promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy and creativity. With La Concorde set as the backdrop for the Breaking competition, spectators can anticipate an electrifying atmosphere as competitors engage in intense 1v1 battles to the rhythm of random beats curated by a DJ. This fusion of music, movement, and competition embodies the spirit of Breaking, celebrating its roots in hip-hop culture while embracing its evolution as a recognized sport. Paris Olympics 2024 logo The Paris Olympics 2024 logo is composed of five indivisible elements. These elements also reflect our ideal actions and show who we are. However, for the first time in history, the Olympics and Paralympics will use the same emblem as logos.Â  The Paris Olympics 2024 symbol is a combination of three separate elements: the gold medal, the flame, and Marianne (the female figure representing the French Republic).Â  Paris Olympic 2024 Mascot The Paris 2024 Olympic mascot is named &#8220;Olympic Phryg,&#8221; inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution. It represents allegorical figures of the French Republic, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and also fraternity. The choice of the mascot reflects the spirit of the Olympic Games and the cultural significance of France. However, this year a pair named &#8220;Les Phryges&#8221; will represent the Olympics as mascots.Â  What to expect from the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be unique and memorable. The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular floating parade along the Seine River. Athletes representing 200 countries will board 100 boats for a 3.7-mile journey. This parade will offer a visually stunning and symbolic start to the Olympic Games. The parade route will wind past significant landmarks in Paris, including the National Library and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The floating parade symbolizes unity and cooperation among nations as they celebrate the Olympic spirit.Â  After the river parade, athletes will gather in a stadium in the Trocadero park to light the Olympic Flame.Â  Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be a grand and innovative spectacle. It will be a momentous occasion that captures the world&#8217;s attention and sets the stage for an unforgettable Olympic Games. How to get tickets for Paris Olympics 2024Â Â  Paris Olympics 2024 tickets are on sale to everyone worldwide. However, they are sold on a &#8220;first come, first served&#8221; basis. Anyone can buy the tickets through the official Paris 2024 website. Many sessions are already sold out, as people are crazy to be part of this prestigious Olympics and want to see their admiring champions competing.Â  But there is nothing to worry about. New batches of tickets are regularly added so everyone can get the chance. However, the prices start at 24 euros (Â£21) for the Olympic events and 15 euros (Â£13) for the Paralympic games.Â  How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics Though the Paris Olympics will go from July 26-Aug to 11, 2024, but the Opening Ceremony for the games will take place on July 26. There will be various events such as handball, rugby, soccer, and archery starting on July 24 and 25. NBC and Peacock will broadcast live Olympic events, including finals in track, field, swimming, and gymnastics, both morning and afternoon. NBC will provide nine hours of daily daytime coverage. Also, there will be an enhanced three-hour primetime show in every night during the games. These will feature behind-the-scenes access, new technology, and athlete insights. Also, Peacock will stream all sports and events live during the Summer Olympics, a first for the streaming service, alongside GOLF Channel, USA Network, Telemundo, CNBC, E!, and Universo.

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Wrestling: Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021</h2>
Wrestling has featured in 31 of the 32 Olympic Games. The exception was the <a href="https://olympics.com/en/olympic-games/paris-1900" target="_blank" rel="noopener">1900</a> Olympics. However, it returned for the <a href="https://olympics.com/en/olympic-games/st-louis-1904/results/wrestling" target="_blank" rel="noopener">1904</a> Olympiad and was a core component of the Games for the next 108 years. One of the sports to be held at the inaugural edition of the modern Olympiad, wrestling, has had a tumultuous time over the last few years. Just <a href="https://syndication.bleacherreport.com/amp/1526010-olympics-2020-ioc-removes-wrestling-from-olympic-program.amp.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">eight</a> years ago wrestling was off the agenda for the 2020 Olympic Games. However, the sport made a <a href="https://www.espn.in/olympics/story/_/id/9650530/wrestling-gets-reinstated-2020-olympics#:~:text=BUENOS%20AIRES%2C%20Argentina%20%2D%2D%20Seven,from%20baseball%2Dsoftball%20and%20squash." target="_blank" rel="noopener">comeback</a> with a few changes to make it appealing to a global audience. 

One of the <a href="https://www.nbcolympics.com/news/wrestling-101-rules" target="_blank" rel="noopener">changes</a> included the elimination of a safety first approach under the sets system. Here, a wrestler who was in the lead (had won 2 sets out of three) would be defensive, leading to dwindling interest among audiences that craved action. 

[caption id="attachment_688303" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-688303 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-593235252.jpg" alt="Kyle Snyder, USA Wrestling" width="1920" height="1353" /> RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 21: Kyle Frederick Snyder of the United States celebrates after winning gold over Khetag Goziumov (not pictured) of Azerbaijan during the Men's Freestyle 97kg Gold medal match on Day 16 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 2 on August 21, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)[/caption]

Three sets of two minutes each made way for two sets of three minutes each, with the winner being the one who accumulated most points across both sets. The new system resulted in wrestlers being kept on their toes even in the last few seconds, as a momentary lapse in concentration could see them eliminated. 

The most successful wrestler at the Olympics is Japan's Ocho Kaori. The phenomenon <a href="https://olympics.com/en/athletes/kaori-icho" target="_blank" rel="noopener">claimed</a> 4 medals (4 Gold) in her four appearances at the Games from Athens 2004 to Rio 2016. She was <a href="https://wrestlingtv.in/its-official-japanese-wrestling-legend-kaori-icho-will-not-compete-at-tokyo-2020/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">denied</a> a shot at her fifth Olympics appearance as Risiko Kawai earned a berth for Tokyo at her preferred weight class. 

The USA has <a href="https://thebridge.in/wrestling/wrestling-olympics-medal-standings-22130" target="_blank" rel="noopener">won</a> the most (133) medals (Gold, 54 Silver, 43 Bronze 36) in Olympic wrestling. However, the Soviet Union with 116 medals (62 Gold, 31 Silver 23, Bronze) sits in the top spot as they have more golds than the USA. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Wrestling at Tokyo 2020 </h2>
Just like the 2016 Olympics, wrestling will feature 18 events, with 6 events in each of men's Freestyle, women's Freestyle, and men's Greco-Roman. A total of 288 wrestlers will take to the mats at the Makuhari Messe. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Top Wrestlers at Tokyo Olympics 2020</h2>
Team USA will <a href="https://www.teamusa.org/news/2021/april/04/fifteen-us-wrestlers-secure-their-spots-in-tokyo-at-us-olympic-team-trials" target="_blank" rel="noopener">see</a> six women take to the mats at the Makuhari Messe. These are Sarah Hildebrandt (50 kg), Jacarra Winchester (53 kg), Helen Mouralis (57 kg), Kayla Miracle (62 kg), Tamyra Mensah-Stock (68 kg), and Adeline Gray (76 kg). 

[caption id="attachment_688309" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-688309 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-520274264.jpg" alt="Kyle Dake" width="1920" height="1406" /> IOWA CITY, IOWA - APRIL 10: Kyle Dake competes in the 86kg freestyle quarterfinal match against Richard Perry during day 2 of the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Wrestling Trials at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on April 10, 2016 in Iowa City, Iowa. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)[/caption]

In the men's freestyle, Thomas Gilman (57 kg), Kyle Dake (74 kg) David Taylor (86 kg) Kyle Snyder (97 kg), Gable Stevenson (125 kg) will look to impress. 

Meanwhile, in the Greco-Roman events, Ildar Hafizov (60 kg), Alejandro Sancho (67 kg), John Stefanowicz (87 kg), and G'Angelo Hancock (96 kg) will seek glory. 

[caption id="attachment_688298" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-688298 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-592327756.jpg" alt="Abdulrashid Sadulaev, Wrestling" width="1920" height="1280" /> RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 20: Abdulrashid Sadulaev of Russia celebrates victory over Selim Yasar of Turkey in the Men's Freestyle 86kg Gold Medal bout on Day 15 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 2 on August 20, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)[/caption]

Dominant four-time world champion, Abdulrashid Sadulaev, will <a href="https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/wrestling-five-watch-tokyo-olympics-2021-06-24/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">look</a> to back up his Gold from Rio. However, this time he will look to prove his worth in a higher weight class. The 25-year-old Russian, who has an astounding record of 131-2 on the mat, will look to leave Tokyo with it reading 135-2. He is expected to have a rubber match against Snyder at 97 kg. 

In the women’s events Rio gold medalist, Risiko Kawai will look for another trip to the top step of the podium before her home fans. She will compete in the 57 kg event 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Competition format</h2>
Each event sees 16 wrestlers enter the fray. The competition will begin from a round of 16 in a bracket-based tournament format.

Wrestling is probably the only sport where the loser roots for the victor as the repechage format allows all the finalists' vanquished opponents to compete for the two Bronze medals on offer. A total of 6 wrestlers (3 beaten by each finalist) will return to competition on day two and compete in bouts just before the event final. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Types of Wrestling</h2>
Freestyle and Greco-Roman are the two types of wrestling at the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tokyo-olympics-2020-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021</a>. The former was introduced in 1904, whereas the latter had been <a href="https://olympics.com/en/olympic-games/athens-1896/results/wrestling" target="_blank" rel="noopener">part</a> of the Games at Athens 1896. 

In the event of a tie in a <a href="https://olympics.com/en/featured-news/what-how-freestyle-wrestling-style-rules-scoring-techniques-olympics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">freestyle</a> bout, the wrestler who earned the most points through a single move wins. If this is the same, the one with the least cautions gets the victory. Another way to break the tie is to award the win to the competitor who scored the final point. The last step is another technique to keep a wrestler on his/her toes until the final seconds. Freestyle bouts get halted if one wrestler secures a 10-point lead (technical superiority stoppage). 

[caption id="attachment_688312" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-688312 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-150133468.jpg" alt="Wrestling" width="1920" height="1281" /> LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 10: Jordan Ernest Burroughs (L) of the United States celebrates his gold medal in the Men's Freestyle 74 kg Wrestling on Day 14 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at ExCeL on August 10, 2012 in London, England. (Photo by Feng Li/Getty Images)[/caption]

The same <a href="https://olympics.com/en/featured-news/what-how-greco-roman-wrestling-style-rules-scoring-techniques-olympics">criteria</a> hold for Greco-Roman. The only difference is that a technical superiority stoppage comes at an 8 point gap. 

As Freestyle bouts have a 30-second system (mandatory scoring for a designated passive wrestler) if the first two minutes do not produce a single point, there is no chance of these bouts ending 0-0. If the passive wrestler does not secure a point, the opponent, who has every reason to be defensive for half a minute, takes the point. 

In Greco-Roman, the referee breaks a scoreless draw by raising the arm of the one he viewed as more active.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Wrestling Schedule for Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021</h2>
Wrestling at the Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021 will <a href="https://olympics.com/tokyo-2020/en/schedule/wrestling-schedule" target="_blank" rel="noopener">begin</a> on August 1 and go on until August 7.  
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Event</td>
<td> Round of 16</td>
<td>Quarter-Final</td>
<td> Semi-Final</td>
<td> Repechage</td>
<td> Final</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Freestyle 57 kg (125.6 lbs)</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Freestyle 65kg (143.3 lbs)</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 7</td>
<td>August 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Freestyle 74kg (163.1 lbs)</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Freestyle 86 kg (189.5 lbs)</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Freestyle 97 kg (214 lbs)</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 7</td>
<td>August 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Freestyle 125 kg (275.5 lbs)</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Women's Freestyle 50 kg (130 lbs)</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 7</td>
<td>August 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Women's Freestyle 53 kg (116.8 lbs)</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 6</td>
<td>August 6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Women's Freestyle 57 kg (125.6 lbs)</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 5</td>
<td>August 5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Women's Freestyle 62 kg (138.8 lbs)</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Women's Freestyle 68 kg (149.9 lbs)</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Women's Freestyle 76 kg (167.5 lbs)</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Greco-Roman 60 kg (132.2 lbs)</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Greco-Roman 67 kg (147.71 lbs)</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Greco-Roman 77 kg (169.7 lbs)</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Greco-Roman 87 kg (191.8 lbs)</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 4</td>
<td>August 4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Greco-Roman 97 kg (213.8 lbs)</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 3</td>
<td>August 3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Men's Greco-Roman 130 kg (286.6 lbs)</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 1</td>
<td>August 2</td>
<td>August 2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Venue for Wrestling at Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021</h2>
The Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling events will take place at the Makuhari Messe. 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Venue</td>
<td> Makuhari Messe</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Date</td>
<td> August 1-August 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Channel</td>
<td>Peacock TV (US), BBC iPlayer (UK), Eurosport Player (Europe), TSN (Canada), Channel 7 (Australia), Sony LIV (India) </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Players from each country</td>
<td> 288</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Most medals in the sport</td>
<td> USA 133</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Wrestling: Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021

Wrestling: Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021 Wrestling has featured in 31 of the 32 Olympic Games. The exception was the 1900 Olympics. However, it returned for the 1904 Olympiad and was a core component of the Games for the next 108 years. One of the sports to be held at the inaugural edition of the modern Olympiad, wrestling, has had a tumultuous time over the last few years. Just eight years ago wrestling was off the agenda for the 2020 Olympic Games. However, the sport made a comeback with a few changes to make it appealing to a global audience.  One of the changes included the elimination of a safety first approach under the sets system. Here, a wrestler who was in the lead (had won 2 sets out of three) would be defensive, leading to dwindling interest among audiences that craved action.  RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL &#8211; AUGUST 21: Kyle Frederick Snyder of the United States celebrates after winning gold over Khetag Goziumov (not pictured) of Azerbaijan during the Men&#8217;s Freestyle 97kg Gold medal match on Day 16 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 2 on August 21, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Three sets of two minutes each made way for two sets of three minutes each, with the winner being the one who accumulated most points across both sets. The new system resulted in wrestlers being kept on their toes even in the last few seconds, as a momentary lapse in concentration could see them eliminated.  The most successful wrestler at the Olympics is Japan&#8217;s Ocho Kaori. The phenomenon claimed 4 medals (4 Gold) in her four appearances at the Games from Athens 2004 to Rio 2016. She was denied a shot at her fifth Olympics appearance as Risiko Kawai earned a berth for Tokyo at her preferred weight class.  The USA has won the most (133) medals (Gold, 54 Silver, 43 Bronze 36) in Olympic wrestling. However, the Soviet Union with 116 medals (62 Gold, 31 Silver 23, Bronze) sits in the top spot as they have more golds than the USA.  Wrestling at Tokyo 2020  Just like the 2016 Olympics, wrestling will feature 18 events, with 6 events in each of men&#8217;s Freestyle, women&#8217;s Freestyle, and men&#8217;s Greco-Roman. A total of 288 wrestlers will take to the mats at the Makuhari Messe.  Top Wrestlers at Tokyo Olympics 2020 Team USA will see six women take to the mats at the Makuhari Messe. These are Sarah Hildebrandt (50 kg), Jacarra Winchester (53 kg), Helen Mouralis (57 kg), Kayla Miracle (62 kg), Tamyra Mensah-Stock (68 kg), and Adeline Gray (76 kg).  IOWA CITY, IOWA &#8211; APRIL 10: Kyle Dake competes in the 86kg freestyle quarterfinal match against Richard Perry during day 2 of the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team Wrestling Trials at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on April 10, 2016 in Iowa City, Iowa. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) In the men&#8217;s freestyle, Thomas Gilman (57 kg), Kyle Dake (74 kg) David Taylor (86 kg) Kyle Snyder (97 kg), Gable Stevenson (125 kg) will look to impress.  Meanwhile, in the Greco-Roman events, Ildar Hafizov (60 kg), Alejandro Sancho (67 kg), John Stefanowicz (87 kg), and G&#8217;Angelo Hancock (96 kg) will seek glory.  RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL &#8211; AUGUST 20: Abdulrashid Sadulaev of Russia celebrates victory over Selim Yasar of Turkey in the Men&#8217;s Freestyle 86kg Gold Medal bout on Day 15 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 2 on August 20, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) Dominant four-time world champion, Abdulrashid Sadulaev, will look to back up his Gold from Rio. However, this time he will look to prove his worth in a higher weight class. The 25-year-old Russian, who has an astounding record of 131-2 on the mat, will look to leave Tokyo with it reading 135-2. He is expected to have a rubber match against Snyder at 97 kg.  In the women’s events Rio gold medalist, Risiko Kawai will look for another trip to the top step of the podium before her home fans. She will compete in the 57 kg event  Competition format Each event sees 16 wrestlers enter the fray. The competition will begin from a round of 16 in a bracket-based tournament format. Wrestling is probably the only sport where the loser roots for the victor as the repechage format allows all the finalists&#8217; vanquished opponents to compete for the two Bronze medals on offer. A total of 6 wrestlers (3 beaten by each finalist) will return to competition on day two and compete in bouts just before the event final.  Types of Wrestling Freestyle and Greco-Roman are the two types of wrestling at the Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021. The former was introduced in 1904, whereas the latter had been part of the Games at Athens 1896.  In the event of a tie in a freestyle bout, the wrestler who earned the most points through a single move wins. If this is the same, the one with the least cautions gets the victory. Another way to break the tie is to award the win to the competitor who scored the final point. The last step is another technique to keep a wrestler on his/her toes until the final seconds. Freestyle bouts get halted if one wrestler secures a 10-point lead (technical superiority stoppage).  LONDON, ENGLAND &#8211; AUGUST 10: Jordan Ernest Burroughs (L) of the United States celebrates his gold medal in the Men&#8217;s Freestyle 74 kg Wrestling on Day 14 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at ExCeL on August 10, 2012 in London, England. (Photo by Feng Li/Getty Images) The same criteria hold for Greco-Roman. The only difference is that a technical superiority stoppage comes at an 8 point gap.  As Freestyle bouts have a 30-second system (mandatory scoring for a designated passive wrestler) if the first two minutes do not produce a single point, there is no chance of these bouts ending 0-0. If the passive wrestler does not secure a point, the opponent, who has every reason to be defensive for half a minute, takes the point.  In Greco-Roman, the referee breaks a scoreless draw by raising the arm of the one he viewed as more active. Wrestling Schedule for Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021 Wrestling at the Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021 will begin on August 1 and go on until August 7.    Event  Round of 16 Quarter-Final  Semi-Final  Repechage  Final  Men&#8217;s Freestyle 57 kg (125.6 lbs) August 4 August 4 August 4 August 5 August 5  Men&#8217;s Freestyle 65kg (143.3 lbs) August 6 August 6 August 6 August 7 August 7  Men&#8217;s Freestyle 74kg (163.1 lbs) August 5 August 5 August 5 August 6 August 6  Men&#8217;s Freestyle 86 kg (189.5 lbs) August 4 August 4 August 4 August 5 August 5  Men&#8217;s Freestyle 97 kg (214 lbs) August 6 August 6 August 6 August 7 August 7  Men&#8217;s Freestyle 125 kg (275.5 lbs) August 5 August 5 August 5 August 6 August 6  Women&#8217;s Freestyle 50 kg (130 lbs) August 6 August 6 August 6 August 7 August 7  Women&#8217;s Freestyle 53 kg (116.8 lbs) August 5 August 5 August 5 August 6 August 6  Women&#8217;s Freestyle 57 kg (125.6 lbs) August 4 August 4 August 4 August 5 August 5  Women&#8217;s Freestyle 62 kg (138.8 lbs) August 3 August 3 August 3 August 4 August 4  Women&#8217;s Freestyle 68 kg (149.9 lbs) August 2 August 2 August 2 August 3 August 3  Women&#8217;s Freestyle 76 kg (167.5 lbs) August 1 August 1 August 1 August 2 August 2  Men&#8217;s Greco-Roman 60 kg (132.2 lbs) August 1 August 1 August 1 August 2 August 2  Men&#8217;s Greco-Roman 67 kg (147.71 lbs) August 3 August 3 August 3 August 4 August 4  Men&#8217;s Greco-Roman 77 kg (169.7 lbs) August 2 August 2 August 2 August 3 August 3  Men&#8217;s Greco-Roman 87 kg (191.8 lbs) August 3 August 3 August 3 August 4 August 4  Men&#8217;s Greco-Roman 97 kg (213.8 lbs) August 2 August 2 August 2 August 3 August 3  Men&#8217;s Greco-Roman 130 kg (286.6 lbs) August 1 August 1 August 1 August 2 August 2  Venue for Wrestling at Tokyo Olympics 2020-2021 The Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling events will take place at the Makuhari Messe.   Venue  Makuhari Messe   Date  August 1-August 7  Channel Peacock TV (US), BBC iPlayer (UK), Eurosport Player (Europe), TSN (Canada), Channel 7 (Australia), Sony LIV (India)   Players from each country  288  Most medals in the sport  USA 133

VIDEO: USA Wrestler Receives Incredible Welcome By Fans at the Tokyo Olympics 2020

A warm welcome for Team USA?

Sarah Hildebrandt?