Oil Wrestling

Art

Yağlı güreş("Greased Wrestling")

Overview

Traditional Turkish wrestling where competitors cover themselves in olive oil. The Kırkpınar tournament, held annually since 1362, is the world's oldest continuously running sporting competition. UNESCO heritage.

Country of Origin

Turkey

Founded

— Ancient (Ottoman period) era

Also known as

Yagli GuresTurkish Oil WrestlingGrease Wrestling

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

6/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Paça kazık (trouser grip)Oil-wrestling specific throws

Core Technique Classes

Oil-slick grip fightingKispet (leather trouser) gripsThrowsPinsLeg attacks

Sub-Types

folk wrestlingtraditional

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

moderate/10

Sources & References

[1] Savli, Halil. Oil Wrestling in Turkey. Journal of Asian Martial Arts. — link

[2] Atar, Atilla. Kirkpinar: 650 Years of Turkish Oil Wrestling. 2012.

[3] UNESCO Inscription Document, 2010.

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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