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