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Combat Sports - Markdown

Combat sports are competitive disciplines broadly categorized into striking (boxing, karate, taekwondo, etc.), grappling (judo, wrestling, jujutsu, etc.), mixed martial arts (MMA), and weapons-based (kendo, etc.). Developed since ancient times as a means to compete human physical ability and mental strength, they are now enjoyed worldwide as Olympic sports and professional competitions. They are practiced for various purposes including self-defense, fitness, and spiritual training.

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| code | slug | name | description | category | olympic | origin |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 01 | boxing | Boxing | A striking combat sport using only fists to attack the face and body. | Striking | true | England |
| 02 | wrestling | Wrestling | A grappling combat sport focusing on throws and pins. | Grappling | true | Ancient World |
| 03 | judo | Judo | A Japanese grappling martial art combining throws and ground techniques. | Grappling | true | Japan |
| 04 | karate | Karate | A striking martial art from Okinawa focusing on punches and kicks. | Striking | true | Japan (Okinawa) |
| 05 | taekwondo | Taekwondo | A Korean striking martial art characterized by dynamic kicking techniques. | Striking | true | Korea |
| 06 | mma | Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) | The most practical combat sport combining striking, throwing, and grappling. | Mixed/Hybrid | false | Global (Brazil, USA, Japan, etc.) |
| 07 | kendo | Kendo | A traditional Japanese fencing sport using bamboo swords and protective armor. | Weapons-based | false | Japan |
| 08 | jujutsu | Jujutsu | An ancient Japanese grappling system featuring joint locks and throws. | Grappling | false | Japan |
| 09 | muay-thai | Muay Thai | A Thai striking martial art known as the strongest stand-up fighting using elbows and knees. | Striking | false | Thailand |
| 10 | brazilian-jiu-jitsu | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | A grappling martial art emphasizing ground fighting with joint locks and chokes. | Grappling | false | Brazil |
| 11 | kickboxing | Kickboxing | A striking combat sport combining punches and kicks. | Striking | false | Japan / Netherlands / USA |
| 12 | sambo | Sambo | A Russian grappling martial art combining Judo and Wrestling techniques. | Grappling | false | Russia |