Wrestling

Wrestling at London 2012 will pit competitors against each other in head-to-head displays of power, technique and sheer strength.

Key facts

Venue: ExCeL
Dates: Sunday 5 – Sunday 12 August 2012
Medal events: 18
Athletes: 344

Recognised as one of the world’s oldest sports, Wrestling was first held at the ancient Olympics in 708 BC, and was included at the Athens 1896 Games, the first of the modern era. Played out on a circular mat, the sport is a battle of nerves, strength and skill, and should provide plenty of drama at ExCeL during London 2012.