What changes on the mat in the 2026–27 season
Several rule changes come into effect for federation competitions this season, aligned with the latest international wrestling rules.
What changes
Passivity calls now follow a shorter sequence in freestyle, and the warning system for fleeing the hold has been updated in Greco-Roman. Weigh-in times for one-day events move to two hours before the first bout.
The updated rulebook and a summary for coaches are available on the Resources page. Referees attend a refresher session before the National League begins.
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