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Combat Sports - TSV

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.

sports martial arts combat sports Olympic boxing judo karate MMA

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