Famous Wrestlers - List of Famous Wrestlers - page 8

A wrestler is someone who participates in a bout of wrestling. Wrestling is a combat sport where the participants (often two, or more) attempt to throw or immobilize their opponents in order to maintain a superior position. Wrestlers follow a specified set of rules while using techniques like clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, pins, and joint locks. Wrestling is one of the oldest known forms of combat with a history dating back to 12th or 13th century B.C. Wrestling combats were a major attraction of the ancient Olympic Games and is still a focus at the Summer Olympic Games. One highly popular from of wrestling is professional wrestling which combines elements of athletics and theatrical performances. Professional wrestling is highly glamorized and high profile professionals earn big money. This section provides you information about greatest wrestlers of all time.