Variations:
Orthia pale (Upright and Proper Wrestling)
The object of this type of wrestling was simply to throw the opponent to the
ground. Three falls constituted a loss for that opponent, and the winner was
called the "triakter". The match continued without stops until one man
emerged victorious.
Kato pale (Ground Wrestling)
Victory in this competition depended on one competitor acknowledging defeat.
Defeat was indicated by raising one's right hand with the index finger
pointed.
Characteristics of a Good Wrestler:
Since there was no weight provision in the Olympics, it is obvious that
the sport required a strong and stout build. A special combination of
agility, skill and craft were also necessary.
Additional Information:
With five victories at Olympia, perhaps the most famous and successful of
Olympic wrestlers was Milo. When attempting his sixth Olympic victory at
forty years old, he was finally beaten by a younger man.
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