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Podcast: The Shintaro Higashi Show
Episode: New IJF Rules - Leg Grabs Aren’t Dead
Description: The new IJF rule set has sparked significant debate in the Judo community, with controversial changes and intriguing predictions about the sport's future. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter talk about the details of the rule updates, including the return of Yuko scoring, adjustments to head safety rules, and the evolving stance on leg grabs. Shintaro shares insights from his commentary experience at the Tokyo Grand Slam and provides his predictions for the future of leg grabs in Judo. The discussion also explores changes in gripping rules, passivity penalties, and their potential impact on match dynamics.
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